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	Scientific Name: Crenicichla semifasciata
	Pronunciation: kr n- -s k-l s m- -f s- - t- s
	Geo. Origin: Rio Paraguay drainage upstream of the mouth of Rio Parana
	Habitat: Riverine
	Diet: Carnivore
	Gender Differences: Dimorphic
	Breeding: Cave Spawner
	Temperament: Aggressive
	Conspecific Temperament: Highly Aggressive
	Maximum Size: 12"
	Temperature: 80°F
	pH: < 7
	Water Hardness: Soft
	Difficulty: 3

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Male Female ​

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