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'''''Vieja bifasciata''''', also known as the '''twoband cichlid''' or '''red-spotted cichlid''', is a large and colorful freshwater fish native to [[Mexico]] and [[Guatemala]]. It is found from the River Grijalva and Usumacinta basins in western parts of Mexico and Guatemala.<ref name=serious>https://www.seriouslyfish.com/species/vieja-bifasciata/</ref> It belongs to the family [[Cichlidae]], which includes many popular aquarium fish. ''Vieja bifasciata'' can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length and has a deep-bodied shape. It has a reddish-brown base color with two black bands running along the body, and a red or yellow patch on the forehead. The fins are also edged with different colors, and the tail fin is slightly forked.<ref name=Fishbase>{{FishRef|fishbase |genus= Vieja|species= bifasciata |year=2019 |access-date=24 January 2019}}</ref><ref name=serious/>

'''''Vieja bifasciata''''', also known as the twoband cichlid or red-spotted cichlid, is a large and colorful freshwater fish native to [[Mexico]] and [[Guatemala]]. It is found from the River Grijalva and Usumacinta basins in western parts of Mexico and Guatemala<ref name=serious>https://www.seriouslyfish.com/species/vieja-bifasciata/</ref>
It belongs to the family [[Cichlidae]], which includes many popular aquarium fish.
''Vieja bifasciata'' can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length and has a deep-bodied shape.
It has a reddish-brown base color with two black bands running along the body, and a red or yellow patch on the forehead.
The fins are also edged with different colors, and the tail fin is slightly forked<ref name=Fishbase>{{FishRef|fishbase |genus= Vieja|species= bifasciata |year=2019 |access-date=24 January 2019}}</ref><ref name=serious>.


==Habitat==
==Habitat==
It prefers slow-moving or still waters with plenty of vegetation and algae, such as lakes, coastal lagoons, and rivers(1)(2).
It prefers slow-moving or still waters with plenty of vegetation and algae, such as lakes, coastal lagoons, and rivers.{{cn|date=February 2024}}


==Reproduction==
==Reproduction==
''Vieja bifasciata'' is a sexually dimorphic fish, meaning that the males and the females have different physical characteristics. Males have a prominent nuchal hump on their forehead and are larger, brighter colored. Females are smaller, duller, and have a rounded genital papilla. ''Vieja bifasciata'' is an egg-layer that forms monogamous pairs and spawns on flat rocks or in pits dug in the substrate. Both parents guard and care for the eggs and fry
''Vieja bifasciata'' is a sexually dimorphic fish, meaning that the males and
⚫
until they are independent.{{cn|date=February 2024}}
the females have different physical characteristics.
Males have a prominent nuchal hump on
their forehead and are larger, brighter colored. Females are smaller,
duller, and have a rounded genital
papilla.
''Vieja bifasciata'' is an egg-layer that forms monogamous pairs and
spawns on flat rocks or in pits dug in the substrate.
Both parents guard and care for the eggs and fry
⚫
until they are independent(1)(2).

==In the aquarium==
''Vieja bifasciata'' is a beautiful and interesting fish that can be a
rewarding addition to a large and well-maintained cichlid aquarium.
as it can be aggressive and destructive, it is not suitable for
small or community tanks,

It is a territorial and semi-aggressive fish that can be kept in pairs or
in large tanks with other robust cichlids.
It is not recommended for beginners, as it requires a lot of space,
filtration, and water quality maintenance(2).

''Vieja bifasciata'' is a herbivorous fish that feeds mainly on algae, detritus, and aquatic plants. It also likes to dig in the substrate and can uproot
live plants in the aquarium.
.
It also needs a varied and plant-based diet, and
regular water changes to keep it healthy and happy(2).

Learn more

1

seriouslyfish.com
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==References==
aquariumfishcity.com
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{{Taxonbar|from=Q9093592}}
fishi-pedia.com
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[[Category:Vieja|bifasciata]]
fishipedia.es
[[Category:Fish described in 1864]]
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[[Category:Taxa named by Franz Steindachner]]


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Vieja bifasciata
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Cichliformes
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Vieja
Species:
V. bifasciata
Binomial name
Vieja bifasciata
(Steindachner, 1864)
Synonyms
  • Heros bifasciatus Steindachner, 1864
  • Cichlasoma bifasciatum (Steindachner, 1864)
  • Paraneetroplus bifasciatus (Steindachner, 1864)
  • Theraps bifasciatum (Steindachner, 1864)
  • Paraneetroplus bifasciata (Steindachner, 1864)

Vieja bifasciata, also known as the twoband cichlid or red-spotted cichlid, is a large and colorful freshwater fish native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found from the River Grijalva and Usumacinta basins in western parts of Mexico and Guatemala.[1] It belongs to the family Cichlidae, which includes many popular aquarium fish. Vieja bifasciata can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length and has a deep-bodied shape. It has a reddish-brown base color with two black bands running along the body, and a red or yellow patch on the forehead. The fins are also edged with different colors, and the tail fin is slightly forked.[2][1]

Habitat[edit]

It prefers slow-moving or still waters with plenty of vegetation and algae, such as lakes, coastal lagoons, and rivers.[citation needed]

Reproduction[edit]

Vieja bifasciata is a sexually dimorphic fish, meaning that the males and the females have different physical characteristics. Males have a prominent nuchal hump on their forehead and are larger, brighter colored. Females are smaller, duller, and have a rounded genital papilla. Vieja bifasciata is an egg-layer that forms monogamous pairs and spawns on flat rocks or in pits dug in the substrate. Both parents guard and care for the eggs and fry until they are independent.[citation needed]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b https://www.seriouslyfish.com/species/vieja-bifasciata/
  2. ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel, eds. (2019). "Vieja bifasciata". Fishbase. Retrieved 24 January 2019.
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