Umbee Cichlid (Kronoheros umbriferus)

Among the largest neotropical cichlids and a fierce predator, the Umbee (K. umbriferus) is popular in the hobby due to its aggressive and outgoing nature and beautiful blue/turquoise spotting. Best kept in a species tank or with suitable large dither fish, this active open water swimmer requires a large aquarium with plenty of open space. Wild collected specimens are particularly prized for their vibrant color.

Umbriferum Cichlids (also known as Umbee Cichlids or Kronoheros umbriferus) are available for sale online from various tropical fish retailers, often listed by size and origin (like "Blue" or "Black" variants from Colombia or Panama), though they are large, aggressive predators requiring substantial aquariums and may be out of stock. You can find them at specialized online fish stores like The Wet Spot Tropical FishWet Spot Tropical Fish, Aqua ImportsAqua Imports, and Upscale AquaticsUpscale Aquatics.