Geophagus Sveni, also known as Sveni Eartheater, is a docile and beautiful Cichlid from South America. A schooling species, this fish does best in groups of 5 or more. Their light, almost pearlescent coloration makes them striking fish in a group. Geophagus Sveni will dig through sand, looking for insects and other food in its …
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Native to the fast-moving waters of the Amazon, the Uaru Cichlid is a large and uncommon aquarium addition. This species is seen as a food fish in their natural habitat and is commonly sold in local markets. It features an oval to disc-shaped body with tan-to-blue coloration and black blotches along the sides. Mature fish …
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Acei cichlid (Pseudotropheus Acei), also known as Yellow Tail Acei, is found in Zambia on the Northwestern coast of Lake Malawi, from Bandawe Point to Ngara. With their striking yellowfins and slender blue body, these fish are stunning.
While technically an African Cichlid, the Buffalo Head Cichlid looks and behaves differently than many other Cichlids from the region. They are more docile, and less prone to fight with tank mates, though they can display aggression during spawning. Overall, Buffalo Head Cichlids are well-behaved, and stick to the lower areas of their tanks. This …
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Native to Lake Tanganyika in Africa, the Calvus Cichlid is a slow-growing and mostly docile Cichlid species. This fish is best kept in species-specific tanks or with other fish native to Lake Tanganyika. Keeping a pair or a group of up to 6 individuals is common; this isn’t the type of Cichlid that can be …
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The Taiwan Reef Cichlid (Protomelas sp. Steveni Taiwan) is a gorgeous species of cichlid normally found in select areas in the Taiwan Reef of Lake Malawi, Africa.
Taiwan Reef Cichlid is one of the most popular Haplochromis amongst African Cichlid keepers because of its vibrant electric blue and bright yellow colors.
While they are slightly territorial, this species of cichlid gets along with Haps and other cichlids very well, making them perfect for any aquarium owner looking to add a pop of color to their Cichlid tank.
The Bruchardi Cichlids are gorgeous. Their bodies are light brown, and the area around the tail is yellow. This species’ delicate, yellow fins feature a blue border. In addition fish having bright blue eyes, they also have an eye-catching pattern of blue lines that runs from the lip to the gill covering. From the eye to the gill covering, a broad, horizontal black stripe can be seen. Above the bar, the gill cover features a bright yellow or gold patch.
Common Name(s) White Cichlid Scientific Name Paraneetroplus argenteus, Maskaheros argenteus Origin Usumacinta River in western Mexico Temperature seventy eight to eighty six degrees Fahrenheit Size Up to 12 inches Minimum Tank Size 75 gallons for single fish Food & Diet Herbavore Lifespan 10 years Water pH 7.0 Tank Mates Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus), Chisel-toothed cichlid (Cincelichthys …
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Scientific Name Geophagus Altifrons Origin South America Temperature 79°F – 82°F Water Parameters 4.8 – 6.6 pH Size 8.9 inches Diet Omnivorous Geophagus Altifrons Facts Geophagus Altifrons are among the most popular home aquarium fish for their beautiful iridescent coloration. Their bodies range from tannish to gray, with iridescent banding and dotting on them. The …
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What is an African Cichlid? African Cichlids are species of freshwater fish that belong to the Cichlid family, and they are native to rivers and lakes of Africa. This is a diverse group of fish that are comprised of fish with many different sizes and coloration. While many popular species are available at an affordable …
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