Alternate Name:   Lowland cichlid, pearlscale cichlid

Common Name:  Green Texas Cichlid or Pearlscale Cichlid

Photo by:  Robert Henriksen

Description

A large Central American cichlid well established in the hobby. Adults display blue-green hues and reflective flecks on their flanks.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Central America

Distribution:   Escondido