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In the wild, African Cichlids eat plants like blue-green algae and organic detritus. These plants are high in fiber, but provide little nutritional content, so cichlids eat continuously to maintain their metabolism.

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What kind of fish can African Chiclids get along with?

African cichlids are best kept with other African cichlids of similar size and aggression levels. Mixing them with fish from other regions can result in aggression and compatibility issues due to different water parameter requirements and behavioral patterns. It's recommended to research specific species to ensure compatibility in an African cichlid tank.


My African chiclids are digging a crater in they're rocks.what does that mean?

African cichlids are known for being territorial and often dig pits in the substrate as a way to establish and defend their territory. This behavior is typical for cichlids and is not necessarily cause for concern as long as they are not harming themselves or other fish in the tank. Providing plenty of hiding spots and visual barriers can help reduce aggression in cichlids.


What tropical fish can you not put with rams?

Rams and other dwarf south American cichlids are reasonably peaceful, and should be kept with other smallish, peaceful tropical community fish. They are more sensitive to water conditions, so it will be easier to keep them with other fish that prefer soft, acidic water.


How many Legs do eighteen tropical fish have?

72 legs A tropical fish has 72 legs


What fish can i put my perona with?

Perona cichlids are known to be aggressive and territorial, so it is best to keep them with other large, robust cichlids in a species-specific tank. Mixing them with other fish may lead to aggression and potential harm to the other tankmates. It's important to research and plan for suitable tankmates that can coexist peacefully with perona cichlids.

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What is the name of a tropical fish?

African cichlids, barbs, livebearers, synodontis catfish, loaches, cichlids, tetras, mailed catfish, labyrinthfish, and rainbowfish.


What has the author Paul V Loiselle written?

Paul V. Loiselle has written: 'Guide to African Cichlids' 'Tetra's Popular Guide to Tropical Cichlids'


What PH th4e water for tropical fish to survive?

It depends on what type of tropical fish you are intending to keep; it ranges from 6 (freshwater & discus) to 8.5 (for cichlids).


Can silver dollar fish mix with African cichlids?

The Silver Dollar comes from the soft acid waters of the Amazon. They are not at all suited to the hard alkaline water required for African cichlids.


What are some different fish species?

Rather than give you "species' I'll give you "Groups of fish that contain certain types of species.". Good commonly available fish usually available at the local pet shops. Tetras, Anabantids, Dwarf Cichlids, Rasboras, Livebearers, Catfishes, Algae eaters, African Cichlids and South American Cichlids. All the above are tropical and some are very specific in their water parameter requirements.


Can i put parrot fish and African cichlids in a 55 gallon tank?

It's generally not advisable to keep parrot fish and African cichlids together in a 55-gallon tank due to their differing temperaments and environmental needs. African cichlids are typically more aggressive and territorial, which can stress the more peaceful parrot fish. Additionally, their water parameters may vary, as African cichlids prefer harder, alkaline water while parrot fish thrive in softer conditions. It's best to choose species that are more compatible in terms of temperament and water requirements.


Is cichlids a tropical fish?

Yes Because them where from South America, africa, and Asia. Hope that help!!!


Would they get along with African cichlids?

Would what get along with African Cichlids?


What does a malawe fish look like?

It looks like the Breeding Mouth Brooding African Cichlids.


What fish are Danios compatible with?

It's easier to say they are good community fish that are compatible with most normal tropical fish. They are not compatible with fish that need special water conditions like Discus or African Cichlids. They are also not suitable to be mixed with large predators like Oscars or Arowanas who would hunt and eat them.


How many types of tropical fish are there in the world?

some names/breeds of tropical fish are mollys a larger fish from a range of courloursguppies smaller fish but males hane large back fins neon tetras small blue and red fish tiger barbs black and orange can be agresive sword fins a same size as a guppie but males have longer tales at the end then females fighting fish agresive but beautiful fish coulours are red and blue angel fish small or large can be agresive colours range gouramies larger thin fish usaly white or green and purple strips calm fish depends on the breed


Can butterfly koi and African chitlets?

Koi are a cool temperature water fish while African cichlids need warm water. Koi will not be as happy and healthy with 80* water Koi are a cool temperature water fish while African cichlids need warm water. Koi will not be as happy and healthy with 80* water