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Green Texas Cichlid
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Scientific Name: Herichthys cyanoguttatus
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Native Range: Lower Rio Grande drainage in Texas and northeastern Mexico
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Size: Can grow over 13 inches (33 cm) in length
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Color: Cream and turquoise spots, with adult males developing a nuchal hump
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Habitat: Found in fast-flowing rivers and still waters like ponds and lakes
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Diet: Omnivorous, including vegetable matter, insects, smaller fish, and fish eggs
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Lifespan: Can live over 10 years with proper care
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Behavior: Known for territorial behavior and parental care, especially during breeding
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Conservation Status: Noted for its role as an important indicator species for freshwater ecosystem health.