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Definition of blunthead cichlid

blunthead cichlid

Plural:blunthead cichlids
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A species of freshwater fish endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa, belonging to the family Cichlidae, characterized by its distinctly rounded head, highly variable regional color morphs, and an herbivorous diet consisting mainly of algae.

Example

"The aquarium hobbyist carefully recreated the rocky environment and alkaline water chemistry necessary for the blunthead cichlid to thrive in captivity."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blunthead cichlid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blunthead%20cichlid
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