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Definition of red devil cichlid
red devil cichlid
Plural:red devil cichlids
• noun
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A large, highly aggressive freshwater fish (Amphilophus labiatus) native to Lake Managua and Lake Nicaragua in Central America, characterized by thick lips and striking coloration that often ranges from pale orange to vibrant red.
Example
"Due to its territorial nature, the Red Devil cichlid is usually best kept as a single specimen in a large aquarium rather than in a community tank."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red devil cichlid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-devil-cichlid