Cichlasoma ocellatum
Cichlasoma ocellatum
A fish painting, very beautiful! A noble species, with very white and firm flesh. When fresh, it's excellent prepared as sashimi and ceviche. It usually has affordable prices, well worth buying.
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General information
General characteristics
This fish's color pattern changes according to its environment. In this species, no two fish are exactly alike. They may be similar, but there will always be a spot or color detail that differentiates one from the other. For these reasons, and also because of its vibrant colors, it is highly sought after in aquaristics.
Location and habitat
Generics: Amazon, South/Southeast
Scientific and other names
Astronotus ocellatus, acará-grande, cará, carfá, acará-açu, acaraçu, acará-guaçu, acarauaçu, acarauçu, aiaraçu, apiari, carauaçu, caruaçu, apaiari, and oscar.