What kind of cichlid is this monster?

[Mark K]

I bought this at an auction last year. Now I can't remember what it is. Anyone know? It has its own tank because if it is 4 inches or less, it goes in his mouth. Also, is it male or female?

 

[duanes]

Could be a male Parachromis motaguense.
The two spots on the outer edge of the gill plate, and diagonal tear drop on the back of the eye.
Their coloration, and the exactness varys location to catch location

 

[Mark K]

Could be. He is a good 9 inches long. He was not nearly that big when I got him.

 

[newworld]

Looks male also looks like the la ceiba fish?

 

[Deadeye]

As duanes said, Parachromis motaguenese, male.
Other option could be some sort of parachromis hybrid, but it looks pretty pure to me.

 

[Mark K]

Thanks all

 

[HybridFinatic]

Looks male also looks like the la ceiba fish?

I agree I believe this is a la ceiba.