Mayaheros

Mayaheros is a genus of medium-sized to large cichlid fish native to Mexico and northern Central America. Its members occur in freshwater and brackish habitats, including rivers, lakes, estuaries and mangroves. They are omnivorous, feeding mainly on small animals as well as plants and detritus. Some species are kept in aquaria or caught for food. M. urophthalmus has also been introduced outside its native range.

Classification

Genus of cichlid fish

Native range

Mexico and northern Central America

Diet

Omnivorous