They do best in species-specific setups or with other Malawi cichlids that can handle a bit of attitude. These fish are active diggers and prefer rocky structures that mimic their natural environment.

Chunks of flipped DNA appear to accelerate evolution in fish. This discovery could reshape our understanding of how biodiversity arises. Scientists have discovered that segments of “flipped” DNA help ...

Whether you’re an experienced aquarium keeper or a total novice, one of the first decisions about any freshwater setup will be about the types of aquarium fish you select. Thankfully, this list will ...

In social fish like cichlids, status is everything. High-status males are territorial and colorful – they defend territories and reproduce with females. Low-status males, which are less colorful and ...

LEANDER, Texas — Officials are warning anglers about a beautiful exotic fish recently caught in Central Texas. The aulonocara species of fish, better known as Peacock Cichlids, are native to ...

In social fish like cichlids, status is everything. High-status males are territorial and colorful – they defend territories and reproduce with females. Low-status males, which are less colorful and ...

I’m today’s video, I go back to the tiny creek I found that is FILLED with exotic aquarium fish! But this time I use a fish trap… I caught many wild African cichlids, jaguar cichlids, and a jack ...

Color changing and behavioral context in the Amazonian Dwarf Cichlid Apistogramma hippolytae (Perciformes) Object Details Author Rodrigues, Raoni Rosa Carvalho, Lucélia Nobre Zuanon, Jansen Del-Claro, ...

After 24 years of studying cichlids, Professor Ron Coleman is still learning about that fish's parenting best practices Sacramento State Professor of Biology Ron Coleman conducts research inside his ...

Two main physical features distinguish cichlids from other types of fish. First, all cichlids only have one nostril opening on each side of their head — not the two holes that similar fish possess.

Second, haplochromine cichlids have highly evolvable jaw structures that enable the fish to capitalize on the most rewarding prey in the local environment; other fish lineages are more constrained ...

These fish are monogamous and often form strong pair bonds, sharing duties when it comes to guarding eggs and fry. Despite being part of the cichlid family, they’re relatively peaceful.