Cichlids are one of the most diverse taxonomic groups of vertebrates (Kullander, 2003). These fish have adapted many different feeding strategies in a large variety of habitats. Their diets may include both animals and plants, as well as detritus, but usually, there is a distinct degree of specialization. In a study on the dietary preferences of several Central American cichlids, Pease et al., (2018) distinguished four feeding groups: piscivorous (eg.
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