How big do aulonocara cichlids get?
How big do aulonocara cichlids get?
5-6 inches
Aulonocara grow on average to 5-6 inches in length but I wouldn’t suggest to anybody that they keep a Aulonocara in a 5 gallon tank…even if you only want one.
Can you keep all Malawi cichlids together?
The answer is a simple Yes! However, you should be aware of their natural habitat. For instance, African Cichlids prefer slightly alkaline water and can be very aggressive. You should also avoid keeping similar species of Cichlids together because they may produce undesirable hybrids.
What is the minimum tank size for African cichlids?
Since African cichlids are an active and aggressive species, they should have plenty of space. Fish that are at least six inches long should be considered larger, and require a minimum of 30 gallons of aquarium space. Smaller fish need at least a 20-gallon tank.
Can I mix cichlids?
Keeping African Cichlids Together. Most African cichlids are aggressive, so keep them in a large tank (longer than taller), but avoid closely related fish and those with similar body coloration. For instance, do not maintain different Aulonocara species together, but you can keep them with mbuna cichlids.
What are the African cichlids from Lake Malawi?
African Cichlids from Lake Malawi include Mbuna, Peacock, and Haplochromis species. Malawi Cichlids are highly sought after in the aquarium hobby due to their vibrant colors and interesting behavior.
What are mbuna cichlids and where do they live?
Mbuna cichlids are natives of the beautiful Lake Malawi in Africa’s Great Rift Valley. And it wouldn’t be wrong to call this lake a freshwater ocean. Okay, that might be a stretch, but early explorers really did confuse it for an ocean. It is 50 miles wide, 360 miles long, and 706 meters deep.
How many species of fish are in Lake Malawi?
Lake Malawi is the home of more species of fish than any other lake in the world, including over 1000 species of cichlids. Lake Malawi is one of the three rift lakes of Eastern Africa, along with Lake Tanganyika and Lake Victoria, and stretches 360 miles from north to south.
What is the name of the yellow fish in Lake Malawian?
Labidochromic Caeruleus Also known as “Electric Yellow” Labs, L. Caeruleus are a very common Lake Malawian cichlid, and in many ways are an ideal starter species for the aspiring African cichlid hobbyist. Both males and females are bright yellow in color with black fins, and so are their fry.
