Balloon (short-body)
A variant of Convict cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata)
Representative Convict cichlidphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.
A selectively-bred deformity that shortens and rounds the spine into a stubby 'balloon' body, sold in both striped and pink versions.
Keeper tips for this variant
The compressed body crowds internal organs and can impair swimming and digestion — keep water pristine, feed sinking foods, and avoid strong flow.