Cichlid Guide

There are countless designs for fish tanks out there, from tiny cubes to hexagons, round bowls to huge customized tanks that can contain entire rooms. Even discounting custom designer fish tanks for specific spaces, there …

Geographical Habitat Cichlids are remarkably widespread. They are most represented in Africa, followed by Central and South America, but particular species have also been found native to Madagascar, a handful of countries in the Middle …

Before we get into the fine details of cichlid salts and other additives, it’s important to establish a basic understanding of a few terms. Water Chemistry Lingo What is the PH of aquarium water? The …

Do you need rocks in your cichlid tank? Cichlids tend to be quite aggressive and territorial fish. Many aquarium stores minimize this aggression and maximize water clarity by keeping large groups of juveniles in bare …