Demasoni cichlids are one of the most common freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. These eye-catching fish are relatively easy to care for and make a great addition to an African cichlid tank. At Live FIsh Direct we have several breeding colonies of Demasoni cichlids and over 20 years...
The Christmas Fulu cichlid is a fish native to Victoria Lake and Lake Kanyabooli of Africa, and its name derives from the green and red colorings of most males of the species. While this fish is easily found from breeders, it is considered highly endangered in the wild....
If you want a truly fascinating and colorful addition to your freshwater aquarium, consider Blue Cichlids. They are so peaceful and delightful to watch- plus, you have many different species to choose from. Blue Cichlids originate from the warm, freshwater lakes of East Africa, and in captivity, some may live...
If you have a freshwater aquarium, you may be attracted to the colorful and tropical cichlids for your tank. Oscars are a distinctive species of South American cichlids, so can you combine both Oscars and African Cichlids in the same aquarium?Here is what you need to know:
If you want to add some color to your home aquarium, you can’t go wrong with African Cichlids. Though the species are as varied as they are numerous, there are many types of Cichlids that will bring a pop of bold, bright yellow to the tank- add a splash of...
If you want to create the right ecosystem and habitat for your tropical fish- including cichlids- it is important to understand the nitrogen cycle in your aquarium. While toxic levels of nitrogen in natural bodies of water is quite rare, it is a common problem in home aquariums and tanks. It...
If you have a freshwater tank at home or in your office, consider introducing the five most popular dimorphic mbuna cichlids to the habitat. These fish are lovely to look at and intriguing to watch! You need to distinguish aggressive cichlids from other species to maintain harmony in your...
As they are native to warm African lakes, Peacock Cichlids prefer a warm tank with lots of vegetation and rocks along the bottom. When it comes to setting up a community tank, you need to be intentional about how you pair your Peacock Cichlids, to prevent aggression and territorialism among the...
Peacock Cichlids are a distinct group of 22 species of fish that belong to the Aulonocara genus. Typically, Peacock cichlids come from Lake Malawi, Africa, although there are line-bred and hybrids varieties widely found. Ideally, the habitat should mimic the warm waters of Africa with temperatures in the 70s to 80s F,...
When considering adding Haps to an aquarium, do some research and choose carefully. Make sure that the cichlids are males (unless you are planning on keeping a breeding group) and select Hap cichlids that are compatible with one another. Larger fish will feed on smaller fish, so keep this in...
