How big does a Taiwan reef cichlid get?
Once mature, some individuals may have a temperament that require 100+ gallons. This is a larger Haplochromis, as it can reach a length of 7”.
Are Taiwan reefs aggressive?
The Taiwan Reef Cichlid is a favorite because of it’s amazing color. This fish will thrive in a community cichlid tank. The males tend to get aggressive towards other males while breeding. Provide plenty of hiding space, or separation to reduce aggression.
How big is a juvenile cichlid?
Average adult size: Up to 12 inches (30.5 cm) Average purchase size: Juvenile: 1 – 2 inches (2.5 – 5 cm), Medium: 3-4 inches (7.5 – 10 cm)
What is a dragon blood cichlid?
General: The dragonblood peacock cichlid is a hybrid that is derived from the successful reproduction of various Lake Malawi peacock cichlids. This cichlid is relatively passive for an African cichlid, and ideally should be kept with other cichlid species that are not overly aggressive.
What is OB cichlid?
OB is a term used for Malawi Cichlids with unique spotted patterns. It originated when a male Aulonocara was crossed with a female Mbuna. The OB gene occurs naturally in Mbunas, but was introduced to Peacocks and Haps by selective breeding.
Can I put smaller cichlids with larger ones?
Gambusia. I find that smaller cichlids do well with larger ones in my tanks, as long as they are not small enough to be considered food. The larger fish seem to ignore them, I have more problems introducing a larger fish than smaller.
How big does a Taiwan Reef cichlid get?
Scientific Name: Protomelas Steveni. Common Name: Taiwan Reef Cichlid. Adult Size: 7 inch. Habitat: Lake Malawi. Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons.
How big does a Protomelas Steveni cichlid get?
Scientific Name: Protomelas Steveni Common Name: Taiwan Reef Cichlid Adult Size: 7 inch
What kind of food does an African cichlid eat?
Temperament: They are very territorial and will not tolerate other cichlids around “their” crevice. Diet & Nutrition: Algae constitutes a large portion of this fishes diet in the wild. Breeding & Spawning: Maternal Mouthbrooder breeds best in trios in larger tanks of 75 gallons or more.
Scientific Name: Protomelas Steveni. Common Name: Taiwan Reef Cichlid. Adult Size: 7 inch. Habitat: Lake Malawi. Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons.
Scientific Name: Protomelas Steveni Common Name: Taiwan Reef Cichlid Adult Size: 7 inch
Temperament: They are very territorial and will not tolerate other cichlids around “their” crevice. Diet & Nutrition: Algae constitutes a large portion of this fishes diet in the wild. Breeding & Spawning: Maternal Mouthbrooder breeds best in trios in larger tanks of 75 gallons or more.
What is the minimum tank size for African cichlids?
A good rule of thumb for African Cichlids is to get at least a 4-foot-wide aquarium. African cichlids do better when crowded with other African cichlids, but they should be monitored for aggressive behavior and removed if needed.
Are Blue Dolphin cichlids aggressive?
The blue dolphin is considered to be one of the more difficult cichlids to breed and can become quite aggressive with tank mates around spawning time.
How big do dragon blood cichlids get?
seven inches
The dragonblood peacock cichlid will reach a length of seven inches, and may live for well over ten years in captivity. This cichlid is relatively passive for an African cichlid, and ideally should be kept with other cichlid species that are not overly aggressive.
General: The dragonblood peacock cichlid is a hybrid that is derived from the successful reproduction of various Lake Malawi peacock cichlids. Dimorphism: The dragonblood peacock cichlid male will develop an intense red/orange coloration as well as elongated dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins.
What fish can you keep with Frontosa?
Frontosa Fish Tank Mates
- Plecostomus.
- Bichirs.
- Clown Loach.
- Blue Dolphin Cichlid.
- White Calvis.
- Petricola.
Are dragon blood cichlids aggressive?
The dragon blood is by far the most aggressive of the lot, with that said he hasn’t done any damage, but he is clearly the boss of the tank.
Are OB cichlids aggressive?
The OB is a hybrid fish (often more aggressive than the original pure species they came from, but not always) and could have been hybridized from mbuna… either way, OB peacocks are known to be at least as aggressive as jacobfreigi, but can be even more.
