Etroplus canarensis – Canara Pearlspot Cichlid (~2–3 inches juvenile) Lesser Spiny Eel non-aggressive fish and invertebrates

non-aggressive fish and invertebrates

Peaceful and bottom-dwelling

Males are particularly colorful

and form shaded spots with large slate or root structures

Etroplus canarensis – Canara Pearlspot Cichlid (~2–3 inches juvenile) Lesser Spiny Eel non-aggressive fish and invertebratesEtroplus canarensis is a rare and elegant Asian cichlid endemic to southwestern Indias freshwater streams. As juveniles, they measure around 23 inches but may grow up to 4 inches in captivity and even reach 68 inches in museum specimens. These fish are peaceful and shy, thriving in river style setups with gentle to moderate flow and excellent water quality. They prefer being kept in groups of six or more to establish natural social hierarchies and