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Parent species originate from \u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eCentral America\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they inhabit lakes and slow-moving river systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eOmnivorous. Will eagerly accept \u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003ehigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e as a staple, supplemented with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003efrozen or live foods\u003c\/strong\u003e such as krill, bloodworms, and brine shrimp. Include \u003cstrong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003evegetable matter\u003c\/strong\u003e like spirulina flakes, blanched spinach, or peas to maintain bright coloration and digestive health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eSemi-aggressive and best housed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eother robust cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e, large catfish, or armored plecos. Avoid small or timid fish. 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