The most common problems from a beginner cichlid hobbyist is identifying if there cichlids is male or female. It is difficult or even impossible to identify the gender of non breeding individuals. As a fish lover, we would like to know if our cichlid is male or female but it is not easily to differentiate [...]
my cichlid is lying on its side with labored breathing, its just not acting right what could be wrong?
Cichlid Compatibilty
The most important rule in taking care of cichlid is the compatibility. Do not Mix cichlids with anything that is not a cichlid, such as tetras or guppies. Cichlids are very aggressive fish and most likely within a week, they will beat or kill anything you have put in the same area. Overcrowded is [...]
pH level of the water is one of the important factor to be consider on taking care of cichlids. The original water habitat of the cichlids is high on the pH scale which is alkaline. The ideal pH scale for cichlid in the aquarium water is ranges by 7.5 to 8.5 pH. Any sudden changes [...]
