The Tropheops sp aurora, Pseudotropheus aurora, Maylandia aurora, or Metriaclima aurora is more commonly known as the aurora cichlid. It is an incredibly attractive species with blue and yellow coloration, making it an incredible addition to any aquarium. The Pseudotropheus aurora origins are eastern coast of Mozambique and Likoma Island. Auroras...
The electric yellow cichlid is one of the most popular freshwater fish among aquarium hobbyists. Its scientific name is Labidochromis caeruleus, and is also known as yellow prince, blue streak hap, yellow lab cichlid, or the lemon yellow lab. The fish's color has an intense yellow with blue iridescences highlights. Its...
Peacock cichlids are some of the most beautiful-looking freshwater fish available. They are incredibly active and friendly fish that come in vivid colors, like orange, red, yellow, and purple. Like any other cichlid, peacock cichlids need a good diet. A well-balanced diet for peacock cichlids plays a vital role in maintaining...
African cichlids are tropical freshwater fish. Thus, they can only survive and thrive in tropical water temperatures. As an African cichlids’ keeper, providing your cichlids with the right water temperatures should be one of your top priorities. The right temperature will ensure that your fish is healthy and happy. So, how...
Both German and Ruby Red Peacock Cichlids are popular freshwater aquarium fish. While both of these fish may be sometimes stocked in chain pet stores, they are most commonly sold by breeders that have linebred these species to achieve the brightest and purest colors. These cichlids are not native to...
Red Zebra cichlids, native to the African Rift Lakes, are an incredibly popular species of fish, and for good reason. Not only are they beautiful to look at, but they're also quite hardy and relatively easy to care for. They are popular in aquariums due to their vibrant colors and...
Demasoni cichlids are one of the most common freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. These eye-catching fish are relatively easy to care for and make a great addition to an African cichlid tank. At Live FIsh Direct we have several breeding colonies of Demasoni cichlids and over 20 years of...
The Christmas Fulu cichlid is a fish native to Victoria Lake and Lake Kanyabooli of Africa, and its name derives from the green and red colorings of most males of the species. While this fish is easily found from breeders, it is considered highly endangered in the wild. When it...
If you want a truly fascinating and colorful addition to your freshwater aquarium, consider Blue Cichlids. They are so peaceful and delightful to watch- plus, you have many different species to choose from. Blue Cichlids originate from the warm, freshwater lakes of East Africa, and in captivity, some may live...
If you have a freshwater aquarium, you may be attracted to the colorful and tropical cichlids for your tank. Oscars are a distinctive species of South American cichlids, so can you combine both Oscars and African Cichlids in the same aquarium? Here is what you need to know: Can you keep Oscars...
