Cichlids are incredibly popular aquarium fish, and it’s no surprise considering how interesting, colorful, and diverse they are. Some display interesting social behaviors, while some are also known for their strong and aggressive tendencies. They are also one of the most colorful freshwater fish as well. In order to allow cichlids to have healthy interactions …
Commonly known as Multies, Neolamprologus multifasciatus, is one of the smallest Cichlid species in the world. Males reach a maximum length of 2 inches while females are slightly smaller. This is a shell dwelling species that forms colonies with thousands of individuals in the Neothauma shell beds of Lake Tanganyika, Africa. Not one of the …
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Also known as the Red Hump Eartheater, is a unique and peaceful South American Cichlid. Known for the iridescent scales and nuchal hump of the males, this species can be a unique addition to a freshwater tank. While it lacks the pronounced colors of some other South American Cichlids, this is a tough species and …
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Common Name(s) Festivum, Flag Cichlid, Barred Cichlid Scientific Name Mesonauta Festivus, Cichlasoma Festivum Origin Amazon and Western Guyana Temperature 72 – 82 °F / 25 – 34 °C Size The average adult fish grows to be about 4 inches or 10 cm Minimum Tank Size 40 gallon (151 litres) Food & Diet Small pellets, frozen food, …
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Blue Acara (Andinoacara pulcher) is a member of the rather extensive cichlid family. In the wild, they are found in freshwater streams and standing water in South and Central America. In Latin, pulcher means beautiful, and with one look at their beautiful markings, it is easy to see how they got their names. While most …
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Geophagus Megasema is a sand-sifting Cichlid species endemic to Brazil and Bolivia’s upper Rio Madeira basin. They’re best kept in soft and slightly acidic water to enhance coloration and health. Besides having bright and impressive coloration given proper conditions, Geophagus Megasema features a large dark spot on either side of its body. This fish wasn’t …
Jewel Cichlids are considered an aggressive species, and therefore are not easy to care for. They are not recommended for beginners to the fishkeeping hobby, and should be carefully looked into before purchase. Jewel Cichlids are a hardy species that are fairly tolerant of changes to their water parameters, but their water parameters should still be monitored carefully.
Also known as the Pearl Eartheater and Pearl Cichlid, Geophagus Brasiliensis is a robust fish native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It’s also present in a number of different countries where it’s sometimes classified as an invasive species. Geophagus Brasiliensis has one, and sometimes two, large black spots along its sides. This fish will change …
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Originally from Lake Malawi in Africa, the Maingano Cichlid is a common and beginner friendly Cichlid. It can be aggressive to other species, so it’s often kept in a single species tank. Males have a tendency to fight each other, so it’s important to only have one male per tank. The Maingano is part of …
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Geophagus Winemilleri grows to magnificent coloring and is an amazing mid-sized “earth-eater” cichlid for the semi-aggressive, and occasionally even quiet, community aquarium.
Also known as the Stripetail Geophagus Cichlid, Geophagus Winemilleri is a stunning and surprisingly quiet mid-sized cichlid native to Venezuela and possibly adjacent places. It is one of the most unusual and colorful “earth-eating” species.
