African Cichlids

Some African cichlids like to eat algae, especially the herbivorous ones. The problem with cichlids in general is that they absolutely love to eat and uproot aquatic plants. Many Mbuna …

Although there are literally hundreds of different African cichlids in lakes Tanganyika, Victoria and Malawi, they share one similarity for sure. All of them do have teeth and they can …

African cichlids will often fight between each other. Some of them are quite aggressive towards other males and towards other species, so you can expect them to show this aggressive …

For African cichlids, you need to set up an aquarium with enough rocks and hiding spaces. In their natural habitat, there are plenty of rocks where they can hide. It …

Let’s get the answer out of the way first: yes, African cichlids can eat watermelons, although only herbivorous and some omnivorous cichlids will eat watermelons. So, not every African cichlid …

Herbivore cichlids can eat all kinds of vegetables, including carrots. Just like for us humans, carrots are a very healthy food for African cichlids too. Pretty much all vegetables contain …

The Yellow Lab cichlid is one of the most recommended African cichlids for beginner fish keepers. They are not as demanding nor as aggressive as their family of species usually …

Are you wondering where you should start if you own a shell dweller? You shouldn’t be anymore, because we’re going to give you all the tips and tricks you’ll need …

Are you about to set up your first home aquarium? Then buying African cichlids is probably not the best idea for you. There are some amazing colorful fish to choose …