Amphilophus macracanthus; Blackthroat cichlid
This cichlid is a little bit bigger than A. longimanus, reaching a total length of about 10 inches.
Distribution: Is found in the Pacific slope of Central America from southern Mexico to El Salvador.
Biology: This fish is mostly benthic, staying near the bottom. Breeds in April to August
Family: Cichlidae
Subfamily: Cichlasomatinae
Order: Perciformes
Class: Actinopterygii
PH: 7.5
DH: 2 - 10
Temp: 26 - 30°C