Species that are considered uncertain risk need a more in-depth assessment beyond the Risk Summary to better define the species’ risk to U.S. environments. This additional information will help inform decisions on where, when, and how the species may be used to minimize risks of them becoming invasive.
Cichla orinocensis is a South America cichlid found in Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia. Little information exists on the invasiveness of this species; C. orinocensis is established in Singapore, but no other information is known about this introduction. The overall climate match score indicates low risk. Majority of the United States recorded climate match scores of 0 out of 10 with southern Florida recording the highest match (5 out of 10). The overall risk assessment for Cichla orinocensis is uncertain.
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