| Occurrence | introduced | ||
| Importance | Ref. | ||
| Aquaculture | Ref. | ||
| Regulations | Ref. | ||
| Freshwater | Yes | ||
| Brackish | No | ||
| Saltwater | No | ||
| Live export | ornamental | ||
| Bait | No | ||
| Gamefish | No | ||
| Abundance | Ref. | ||
| Comments |
Known from Loíza, Cañabón & Cañaboncito Rivers, Guajataca, Loíza, Dos Bocas and La Plata Reservoirs since 1995-2007. It is an aggressive species capable of competing with other predators, such as largemouth bass, peacock bass, and Oscars. Hybridizes with various other cichlid species. A popular fish in the local aquarium trade. Sportfishermen complain that it is displacing peacock bass and largemouth bass, however it is becoming a popular sportfish itself. Frequently confused with A. labiatus. |
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| States/Provinces Complete? | No | ||
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| Country information | https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/resources/the-world-factbook/geos/rq.html | ||