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- 40 species of cichlid are listed as endangered
- Some species will tolerate brackish water
- 10"-3' long
- Fairly easy to keep and maintain
- Require alkaline tank water
- Relatively intelligent, social and active
- Some species are highly aggressive
- Cichlids are also found in freshwater lakes in the Americas
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African cichlids comprise a group of about 1,300 freshwater fish species native to the African Rift Valley lakes of Tanganyika, Victoria, and Malawi. Many are harvested for sale as food or to aquarium hobbyists.
Diverse Species
Research and fossil records have shown that African cichlids evolved rapidly to produce a wide variety of closely related, but morphologically and habitually distinct species.Feeding habits vary among species: Some cichlids subsist on algae or plant matter, others consume only detritus, while others are predatory hunters.
Although diverse in coloring, size and overall appearance, most cichlids are laterally narrow, generally oval in shape and of medium size.
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African Cichlids Questions
Does anyone know where to purchase a nice hardcover book on African Cichlids? 1 Answer561 books on African cichlids (fish) for reasonable cost @ amazon.com put that in searchbox. Sample of nice book below. If you are not from the U.S. at the mai... read more
I want some cichlids never raised any anyone have any tips? im thinking maybe 4 African cichlids in a 55 gallon 1 AnswerThere are two important questions to answer on this site before starting. 1. Choosing the type of cichlids 2. Size of tank. (you're okay with a 55 gal tank... read more
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African Cichlid Related Merchandise
- Amazonia.com: African Cichlid Book List
- PetSmart: African Cichlids
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- Aquabuys: African Rift Lake Aquarium Setups
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