Convict Cichlid (Gunther, 1867)
| Scientific Name | Cichlasoma nigrofasciatum |
| Diet | Omnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, algae, and plant matter |
| Alt Common Name | Zebra Cichlid, Black Convict Cichlid |
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Origin | Central America |
| Aquarist Level | Beginner |
| Community Aquarium Safe | No |
| Coloration | Blue-gray with approx. eight black vertical bars. Orange and green glowing areas on fins and lower gill area. |
| Disposition | Semi-aggressive to aggressive. |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Cichlids (New World), Loaches, Plecos. |
| Mature Size | 5 inches |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 25 gallons |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Males may display brighter iridescence of colors on fins and lower gill area. As they age, males develop longer fins and a hump on the forehead. |