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Definition of red terror cichlid

red terror cichlid

Plural:red terror cichlids
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1

A large, aggressively territorial freshwater fish native to the rivers of South America (primarily Ecuador and Peru), known for its vibrant red and black vertical striping in females and popularity among specialized aquarium hobbyists.

Example

"Due to its intensely territorial behavior, the red terror cichlid must be housed in a massive aquarium, often alone or with carefully selected, equally robust tank mates."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red terror cichlid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-terror-cichlid
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