Orange chromide

Pseudetroplus maculatus

Nine Point Five Centimeters Cichlid

Orange
Tropical
Regional distribution
South Asia
Small
Tropical fish

The orange chromide (Pseudetroplus maculatus) is a species of cichlid endemic to freshwater and brackish streams, lagoons and estuaries of southern India and Sri Lanka. It is popular with fishkeeping hobbyists, and reaches a length of up to 8 cm (3.1 in).

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Pseudetroplus
Maximum length: 9.5 cm
Distribution: South Asia: India and Sri Lanka.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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