Parrot cichlid mistaken for giant goldfish in Japanese waterway

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A YouTube video revealed that a reported "giant goldfish" in a waterway was actually a Parrot Cichlid, a tropical ornamental fish. The fish, measuring up to 20 centimeters, was mistaken for a goldfish due to its size and color. It was likely abandoned by its owner after outgrowing their care. The Parrot Cichlid was rescued and will be displayed at a local aquarium. The video highlights the issue of pet abandonment and the environmental impact of introduced species.


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