Blue discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

''Symphysodon aequifasciatus'', the Blue discus, is a species of cichlid native to rivers of the Amazon Basin where it prefers deep waters, hiding between roots and in crevices in rocks. This species grows to a length of 13.7 centimetres SL. This species can also be found in the aquarium trade as well as being important as a food fish for the local population.
Status: Unknown
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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassActinopterygii
OrderCichliformes
FamilyCichlidae
GenusSymphysodon
Species
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Bulgaria