Jaguar Guapote
Parachromis managuensis
The Jaguar Guapote, also known as the Managuense Cichlid or Jaguar Cichlid, is a large, aggressive predatory cichlid native to Central America. It is recognized by its striking jaguar-like spotted and blotched pattern and is considered an invasive species in Florida.
Jaguar Guapote at a glance
- Scientific name
- Parachromis managuensis
- Typical size
- 10-24 inches, 1-8 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Exotic
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
In Florida, Jaguar Guapote are found in warm freshwater canals, lakes, and ponds, particularly in South Florida where water temperatures remain suitable year-round. They prefer areas with structure such as vegetation, rocks, and submerged debris. Anglers target them using small lures, live bait, and cut bait near structure.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a jaguar guapote through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksJaguar Guapote questions people ask
Jaguar Guapote is Parachromis managuensis.
A typical jaguar guapote runs 10-24 inches, 1-8 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every jaguar guapote you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
In Florida, Jaguar Guapote are found in warm freshwater canals, lakes, and ponds, particularly in South Florida where water temperatures remain suitable year-round. They prefer areas with structure such as vegetation, rocks, and submerged debris. Anglers target them using small lures, live bait, and cut bait near structure. It is a fresh water species, filed under exotic in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
Tomorrow morning starts tonight
Set your home water, pick a drive radius, and wake up to a plan.
Android coming soon
iPhone, iOS 17 or later. Setup takes about a minute.