Archive for the ‘Cichlid’ Category

The Firemouth Cichlid

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

The Firemouth Cichlid is one of the many species of South American, or New World Cichlids. These fish got their name from the fiery coloration on the breast and throat.
The base color of the firemouth is blue gray with black blotches and brown fins lined with blue. The females are not [...]

The Severum Cichlid

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

The Severum cichlid has become popular in pet trade as of late. These cichlids are very peaceful, although they may be too aggressive for a common community tank. They need to be kept with fish the same size as themselves.
These cichlids are also known as Banded Cichlids, and Hero Cichlids. [...]

The Red Devil Cichlid

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

The Red Devil Cichlid is one of the larger cichlids; it can reach up to 15” in length. The color of the Red Devil Cichlid varies greatly. Some are bright yellow; some are white and others red.
Along with the color of this fish, the structure varies some too. The Red Devil [...]

Rainbow Cichlid- (Herotilpia multipinosa)

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

With its beautiful coloring and peaceful disposition, the rainbow cichlid makes a wonderful aquarium fish. It is a hardy Central American cichlid. At maturity, is only grows to about 3 inches. Females are smaller and are rather dull in color compared the the male.
They are also capable of changing their color according to their moods. [...]

The Green Texas Cichlid

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

The Green Texas Cichlid, also known as the Pearlscale Cichlid, Blue Texas Cichlid, and Lowland Cichlid, is a very amiable fish. It can actually grow to a max of 12 inches in length if male, and females are always a bit smaller.

Habitat: The Green Texas Cichlid comes from Mexico mainly which confuses its name.

Aquarium [...]