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Keeping Oscar Fish

Keeping Oscars.. An aggressive species that’s known for its tantrums, the Oscar fish are a popular fish among aquarium enthusiasts. Oscar fish belong to the cichlid family which is usually seen in regions of South America. Oscar fish appear in a multitude of patterns and colours and are also referred to as marble, velvet or [...]

Oscar Cichlids

Origins… Oscar Cichlids, also known by their scientific identification (Astronotus Ocellatus), located in South America and they’re native to Brazil, French Guiana, Peru and Columbia. Many other names include Marble Cichlid, Velvet Cichlid, and Tiger Cichild. These fishes are rapid growers. Achieving almost 12 inches for their length, many have been measured up to 18 [...]

Electric Cichlids

All About Electric Cichlids.. If you are looking for a type of cichlid that is very easy to look after then you cannot go past electric cichlids.  Electric cichlids are easy to breed and take care of. Not to mention that their beautiful, vibrant colours are a delight for anyone’s eyes. You will find that [...]

Keeping Kribensis Cichlids

A Guide To Kribensis Cichlids Kribensis Cichlids are a beautiful fish an have been popular for a long time now. Lots of aquarium enthusiasts love keeping them as pets. Hobbyists love these fish because of peculiar behavior and their beautiful colors. As compared to other cichlid species they are smaller in size which is why [...]

Convict Cichlids

Keeping Convict Cichlids It has been called the Zebra Cichlid very often, although it is known as the convict cichlid. We must not confuse it with an African Zebra Cichlid, which is totally different though. You will find that the convict cichlid has black stripes set upon a gray background and a greenish hue upon [...]

Bumblebee Cichlids and how to keep them at home

Bumblebee Cichlids Bumblebee cichlids are a fish that live in fresh water and they belong to the cichlid family. They are mostly found in the Lake Malawi in large caves. Bumblebee cichlids are also called the Pseudotropheus Crabro. They are called Bumblebee Cichlids due to the color of their skin. They have yellow skin with [...]

Choosing Tankmates For Cichlids

Hostile Environment If you want to take care of cichlids, you should not confuse keeping them in a tank with the way you see fish in the ocean or in lakes. It is extremely important for cichlid owners to carefully choose the tankmates for cichlids, considering the modest space available in a tank or in [...]

Acei Cichlids – The Definite Guide

Acei Cichlids And How To Keep Them Acei Cichlids were first discovered by Regan in the year 1922. Since then there have been some disputes regarding what they should be called and the name was often changed, but it has remained Pseudotropheus. This Cichlid prefers rocky sand and shorelines that are abundant in logs where [...]

Blue Acara Cichlids

Blue Acara Cichlids The Blue Acara cichlid is one of the many breeds of cichlid which hobby aquarists prefer to put in their tanks. They are a hardy breed, who do not easily stress, and are great freshwater fish for beginners. The rest of this article will discuss Blue Acara cichlids in further depth, as [...]

Keeping Peacock Cichlids

Peacock cichlids Peacock cichlids are among the most preferred cichlids to reproduce recently due to their ornamental appeal. Like the charm of peacock birds, the natural appearance and engaging colours of these types of cichlids, scientifically called aulonocara, have been admired by most hobbyists. Between the males and females, the previous are rather more colourful, [...]

Jaguar Cichlids

Jaguar Cichlids Native to South American freshwaters, the Jaguar Cichild is as aggressive as its name suggests. For this reason, one must be careful not to put them into a tank with smaller species; it will attack them. During the breeding period their aggression is heightened and they may even attack larger species. Providing a [...]

Daffodil Cichlids Mating Dance Video

Lets Boogie Here we have a pair of daffodil cichlids going through their breeding dance. The subdued female hangs behind as the cheeky male does his best to impress her by dancing and showing off out front.     Yes! I Would Really Like To Learn The Secrets That Most Cichlid Fish Owners Will Never [...]

Zebra Cichlids

Zebra Cichlids Originating, from the East African Rift Lake, Malawi, Zebra Cichlids are also known as Malawi Cichlids. Their fins are long and yellow and, as the name suggests, their body is striped. They may grow up to 6 inches and live for up to 10 years. Males tend to be more attractive than the [...]

Firemouth Cichlids

Firemouth Cichlids One of the most popular of the cichlids, the Cichlid Firemouth has a distinctive shape and fiery red colors. It is an extremely beautiful fish and fun to keep! Do you want to learn the secrets to keeping and breeding bright and healthy Cichlid Firemouths? This article will show you how to make [...]

Texas Cichlids

The Texas cichlid (Herichthys cyanoguttatus, formerly Cichlasoma cyanoguttatum) is a freshwater fish that belongs to the cichlid family. Also known as Rio Grande cichlid, this species is originated from the lower Rio Grande drainage in Texas and Northeastern Mexico, particular on the sandy bottom of deep rivers. This is the only cichlid species native to [...]

Green Texas Cichlids

Pearlscale Cichlid or Green Texas Cichlid Herichthys carpintis (Cichlasoma carpinte) Green Texas Cichlids are also known as the Pearlscale Cichlid. It should not be confused with Cichlasoma cyanoguttatum, the Texas Cichlid. The Green Texas Cichlid is considered to be an amiable fish. A pearly-green in color, the Green Texas Cichlid male can grow to an [...]

Parrot Cichlids

Typically speaking there are two kinds of cichlids that belong to the parrot cichlid family, the Hoplarchus psittacus (Green Parrot) and the Blood Parrot. The Green Parrot Cichlid is known to be the “original” parrot. It is a beautiful green cichlid that originates from the Amazon in South America. Not surprisingly its name came from [...]

African Cichlids In All Their Glory

  African Cichlids In All Their Glory Current researchers break them down into two different categories, New Cichlids and African Cichlids. The first being split further and referred to as Central and South American Cichlids. All of these categories break down into different types and sub types with many variations pertaining to color, patterns and [...]