Yellowjacket cichlid (Parachromis friedrichsthalii)

Scientific name: Parachromis friedrichsthalii Heckel, 1840

The Yellowjacket cichlid (Parachromis friedrichsthalii) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 26–30°C (79–86°F). Native range: Central America, Atlantic slope, in Mexico (Usumacinta River), Belize, Honduras and Guatemala.

Yellowjacket cichlid care at a glance

Temperature: 26–30°C (79–86°F)

Biology

Inhabits rivers and lakes, preferring the slower moving waters. Feeds primarily upon other live fishes. Enters brackish water. Used in experimental and behavioral research.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Parachromis friedrichsthalii
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 28.0
Environment: Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Central America: Atlantic slope, in Mexico (Usumacinta River), Belize, Honduras and Guatemala.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; gamefish: yes; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)