Origin
Parachromis managuensis is native to tropical regions of Central America. Jaguar guapote were likely introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets or from fish farms.

Life Cycle
P. managuensis have a prominent lower jaw, protruding canine teeth, black spots on the body and fins, and along the lateral line there is a row of black blotches. Jaguar guapote are approximately 8.7 in. (22 cm) in length. Jaguar guapote consume a variety of fish and are highly aggressive. The movement of P. managuensis is dependent on temperature as they are sensitive to cold temperature with a lower lethal limit around 54 degrees F (12 degrees C).

Distribution
P. managuensis are established in Florida and Puerto Rico, locally established in Hawaii and Nevada, and reported in southern Louisiana.

Control Efforts
The effects of introduced P. managuensis is largely unknown.

https://nas.er.usgs.gov/queries/factsheet.aspx?SpeciesID=445
https://www.reabic.net/journals/bir/2020/1/BIR_2020_Holmes_etal.pdf
https://www.fws.gov/fisheries/ans/erss/highrisk/ERSS-Parachromis-managuensis-final-April2018.pdf
 

Resources

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• Florida's Exotic Wildlife Species Detail - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

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Maps

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Invasive Listing Sources

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• Everglades Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area
• Florida Invasive Species Partnership

References

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Common Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.

Scientific Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.