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Parent species originate from \u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eCentral America\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they inhabit slow-moving rivers, lakes, and floodplains.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eOmnivorous and easy to feed. Accepts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003ehigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e as a staple diet, with regular supplements of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003efrozen or live foods\u003c\/strong\u003e such as krill, brine shrimp, and bloodworms. Include \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003evegetable-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e like spirulina flakes, blanched spinach, or zucchini for health and color enhancement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eSemi-aggressive. Best kept with other \u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003erobust Central\/South American cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e, large catfish, or armored plecos. Avoid small or timid species. 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