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Yellowjacket cichlid

Yellowjacket cichlid

Parachromis friedrichsthalii

Family
Cichlidae
Max Length
28 cm
Max Weight
0.6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Overview

Parachromis friedrichsthalii, the yellowjacket cichlid, is a species of cichlid native to Central America, where it is found along the Atlantic Slope from western Honduras to northern Guatemala. This species grows to a length of 28 centimetres (11 in) SL. This species is popular with anglers as a gamefish and can also be found in the aquarium trade. The specific name honours the Austrian explorer, botanist and archaeologist Emanuel von Friedrichsthal (1809-1842), who sent many specimens to Vienna from Central America, including the type of this fish.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shiners

    Effective for larger specimens.

  • Nightcrawlers

    A versatile and readily available option.

  • Small Crayfish

    Matches natural prey.

  • Grasshoppers

    Good surface bait, especially near vegetation.

  • Crickets

    Attracts aggressive feeders.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Classic choice, twitch near cover.

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  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Flashy and attracts attention.

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  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas or Carolina rigged near structure.

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  • Strike King KVD Perfect Plastic Swim N ShinerSwimbait

    Mimics baitfish, great for open water.

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  • Rebel Pop-R P70Topwater

    Aggressive strikes on the surface.

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Techniques

Target areas with structure like submerged trees or rocky outcroppings, as Yellowjacket cichlids are ambush predators; Vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers a strike.

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Where to Find Yellowjacket cichlid

Cayo, Belize1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Yellowjacket cichlid?+

Popular baits for Yellowjacket cichlid include Live Shiners, Nightcrawlers, Small Crayfish, Grasshoppers, Crickets. Tip: Target areas with structure like submerged trees or rocky outcroppings, as Yellowjacket cichlids are ambush predators; Vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers a strike.

Where can I catch Yellowjacket cichlid?+

Yellowjacket cichlid can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Cayo, Belize. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Yellowjacket cichlid get?+

Yellowjacket cichlid (Parachromis friedrichsthalii) can reach up to 28.0000001 cm in length and 0.6061 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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