Flowerhorn Cichlid

Scientific Name: Hybrid species

DID YOU KNOW?

• Flowerhorn cichlids are known for their large forehead hump.
• They are highly intelligent and interactive.
• Not found in the wild.

EVERY SPECIES COUNT

Although Flowerhorn Cichlids are hybrid fish created through selective breeding, their ancestors originate from wild cichlid species that depend on healthy freshwater habitats. Protecting rivers, lakes, and wetlands helps preserve the incredible diversity of wild cichlids and supports the many aquatic species that share these ecosystems.

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