
General species photo
Description: A Central American CARES species native to Costa Rica. Listed as vulnerable in the wild.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: Central America
Distribution: Costa Rica
CARES Status: Vulnerable
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2025
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes
Acquired 5 adults (3M, 2F) from fellow GCCA member. Currently rearing first spawn of around 200 eggs. 3 non-breeding adults had to be moved. Parents were extremely aggressive.