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The natural range of this species extends southwards down the eastern side of Central America, from the River Ulua in Honduras through Nicaragua to the River Matina in Costa Rica. It has been introduced into most other Central American countries as well as Hawaii, the USA, Philippines and Singapore.
The Jaguar cichlid is an active and charming fish with a beautiful look. It can survive up to 15 years in a well kept aquarium. A fully grown Jaguar cichlid will need a big aquarium since an adult male can grow up to 55cms (1.8 feet) in length. The heaviest male Jaguar cichlid ever recorded weighed 1,580 grams (3.48 lbs). A female Jaguar cichlid will typically be smaller than the males and stay below 30cms (1 foot) in length.
In the wild, the Jaguar cichlid is a skilled predator that feeds chiefly on fish and big invertebrates.

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