Lyonsi Cichlid (Amphilophus lyonsi)
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Lyonsi Cichlid
Amphilophus lyonsi
151 Litres (40 US G.)
10.2-15.2cm (4-6 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
26 -29 °C (78.8-84.2°F)
5-12 °d
1:1 M:F
8-15 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Lyonsi Cichlid
Additional scientific names
- Cichlasoma lyonsi
Origin
- Central America: Pacific slope of Costa Rica (Coto River) and Panama (Dupí River).
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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