{"title":"Fish","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"goldfish-assorted-fantail-5cm","title":"Goldfish - Assorted Fantail 5cm","description":"","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712171552921,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/5c366e3fce3661.30579854.jpg?v=1627909976"},{"product_id":"american-cichlid-peacock-bass-8cm","title":"Peacock Bass","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock bass - Cichla ocellaris\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichla ocellaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock bass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 68 - 74 cm (26.77 - 29.13 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.4 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 7 - 20°N (125 - 357.14ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSouth America; Peacock bass are found in the waterways of Guyana, Venezuela, and Brazil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is believed that the life span of Peacock bass is 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Peacock Bass will eventually outgrow a home aquarium. They require excellent filtration with regular water changes as they are high waste producers. Rocks and sturdy plants should be added to the tank, a tight fitting lid is a must as they can jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are a very active species so do not overcrowd the aquarium with excess ornaments, the minimum size for an adult specimen should be at least an aquarium that is ten feet long and make sure that it has a width that allows the Peacock bass space to turn without difficulty. Like all species of the larger fish, they will produce a lot of waste so make sure that the filtration system can handle the job, a sump system may be better considering the size of aquarium that is needed. This should be backed up with regular water changes on a weekly basis. Although the Peacock bass is not considered as being overly aggressive they will see smaller fish as food, because of this their tank mates should be of a similar size also increasing the problem of giving these fish ample space in the home aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeed this fish a varied diet consisting of quality pellets, earth worms, beef heart, mussels and spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no visible differences between the sexes except at spawning times when the female’s papilla will be more rounded. Mature males may develop a nuchal hump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no reported cases of Peacock bass breeding in the aquarium but in the wild they are believed to lay the eggs in pits dug out of the muddy substrate. The female will lay her eggs in the chosen site by making several passes over the spot laying a few eggs at a time, the male will also make passes over the eggs releasing his sperm to fertilise them.When the fry are free swimming the male will chase the female away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo ensure a higher rate of success with the fry they can be syphoned out of the tank and moved into a growing on tank that is filtered and aerated by means of a sponge filter system. The eggs should hatch after 3-4 days and the fry will be free swimming a few days later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNewly hatched brine shrimp are ideal food for the free swimming fry but refrain from feeding them until the yolk sacs have been completely consumed. When they are slightly larger they should be able to consume micro worms or similar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712171716761,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/peacockbass.jpg?v=1634256421"},{"product_id":"7014627","title":"Assorted Tiger Barb","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTiger barb - Puntius tetrazona\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePuntius tetrazona\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiger barb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyprinidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 6 - 7 cm (2.36 - 2.76 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 12°N (71.43 - 214.29ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 20 - 25 °C (68 - 77°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: South Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tiger Barb originates from South-East Asia, they are to be found naturally in Malaysia, Indonesia and Borneo. Over the years as they are such a popular aquarium fish some keepers have released these fish into the wild and they can now be found in various countries around the world such as Australia, Singapore and even in some South American countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tiger Barb is a very active species of fish that do require a lot of swimming areas around the aquarium but they will also appreciate the addition of places ot hide when they feel the need. To replicate their natural habitat the aquarium should be planted and hiding places provided by adding rocks or wood for décor. The water should also be slightly acidic but temperature wise, keeping the water at around 26°C (79°F) although they can also tolerate slightly lower temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately the Tiger Barb has the reputation for being highly aggressive and “fin nippers”. This can be true if they are not kept in a large enough group, bickering should then be confined to the group but they will tend to bully any tank mates that are shown signs of being stressed or injured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use a high quality flake to provide the staple diet but they are classed as omnivorous, meaty foods and vegetable matter should also be provided. Blood worms, brine shrimp are ideal for the meaty foods, blanched peas, lettuce or spinach can be provided for the vegetable matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales are rounder because they carry eggs. Males are more coloured than males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg-layers. Tiger barbs prefer neutral or soft water when breeding. Tiger Barbs become active at a very young age, they are capable of breeding when 7-8 weeks of age. They show no parent care though so to increase the survival rate it is best to remove the eggs to another tank to prevent the fish from eating them. There shouldn't be problems with successful breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712177713305,"sku":"7014627","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish11.jpg?v=1627910034"},{"product_id":"7014437","title":"Assorted Swordtail","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSwordtail - Xiphophorus hellerii\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus hellerii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwordtail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoeciliidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 18°N (214.29 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 21 - 28 °C (69.8 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Pseudo-Livebearer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Top levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGranules and flakes. You can feed Swordtails worms sometimes. If feed properly, males are nicely coloured. However, Swordtails lose colours if other fish harass them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"sexing\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are smaller than females. Also see the pictures below for proper sexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery easy. You will not probably need any tips. They breed non-stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712177844377,"sku":"7014437","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish10.jpg?v=1627910035"},{"product_id":"7014876","title":"Assorted Platy","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePlaty fish - Xiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaty fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoeciliidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 5 - 8 cm (1.97 - 3.15 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 18°N (214.29 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 20 - 26 °C (68 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Pseudo-Livebearer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaty will eat almost anything that fits into its mouth. Give them high quality flakes, granules and from time to time frozen or live food like daphnia, bloodworms or brine shrimp to achieve the best health and brightest colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir natural habitat is from southern Mexico to Honduras. They live there in creeks, springs, canals, ditches and swamps, however nowadays they are to be found in some US states too, even Hawaii.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between a male and a female is very obvious. The male is much smaller and slimmer with a pointed anal fin called gonopodium, while the female’s anal fin is rounder. They also reach their sexual maturity very early, when they are about 4 months old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaty fish is a pseudo-livebearer witch means the female does not lay eggs, but her eggs are fertilized and hatch inside of her. Then when the little ones are ready, she gives birth to fully developed small fish. For this to happen you simply have to put at least one male and one female into a tank and wait. That is all. One female can give birth to about 60 little fish every 5 weeks which is often the cause of overpopulation. The fry can be fed by crushed flakes, the smallest granules, small brine shrimps or special fry food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can live from 6 months to 3 years. It all depends not just on the conditions you have in your tank, but also on the source of your fish. Since they are very popular in the aquarium trade, they are often inbred which is the cause of poor health of many specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaties are very hardy but even so, never put them into a tank with soft water and low pH. Also pay a lot of attention to the filtration system as decaying biological material lovers the pH and don’t use driftwood as a decoration. Tiny amount of aquarium salt will do them good too. The minimum size of a tank should be 60 litres or 16 gallons for 5 or 6 fish. They will love a tank with a healthy growth of plant, among which they will feel secure and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny non-aggressive fish will fit, just avoid the big-mouthed ones. Also platies may annoy some of their tankmates, especially those with long fins. Never forget to keep them in shoals. Since males often harass their females, keep two females per every male to minimize the stress males will cause to females by their over-eagerness. Plants will also be a great help, because females will have more places to hide from males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus maculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomes in various forms. There are almost thousands of various colours you can get them in and by breeding forms, you always can get some new ones. Most common are red, black, blue, white, yellow, orange, pink, any shades of these colours, or mixes and there also are some long finned platies too. But the wild form itself is very rare. Since their genetic system is very well studied, they are used for research in various scientific disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712178073753,"sku":"7014876","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/assortedplaty.jpg?v=1630998529"},{"product_id":"7014875","title":"Assorted Molly","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eShort finned molly - Poecilia sphenops\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoecilia sphenops\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort finned molly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoeciliidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 15 cm (4.72 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 18°N (214.29 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 21 - 26 °C (69.8 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Pseudo-Livebearer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Top levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetables, granules, sometimes worms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales are larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite easy. You just need a male along female. These fish breed easy such as Guppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712178466969,"sku":"7014875","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/assortedmolly.jpg?v=1630998193"},{"product_id":"9288632","title":"Apistogramma Orange flash","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCockatoo dwarf cichlid - Apistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCockatoo dwarf cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 5 - 9 cm (1.97 - 3.54 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 25 - 29 °C (77 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful to males\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid is omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods including store bought prepared foods in flake or pellet form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe males have elaborate fins and bright colors unlike the females which have dull color and plain fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis dwarf cichlid is an egg layer. The female will display for the male and vice versa. A small amount of approximately 50 eggs are layed at a time. The Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid will exhibit great parenting behavior as they keep all predators at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCockatoo dwarf cichlid can live for approximately 3-5 years in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid can be found in the Amazon River of South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides is one of the easiest to raise of all the Apistogramma varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712178761881,"sku":"9288632","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/apistogrammaorangeflash.jpg?v=1628144849"},{"product_id":"10879295","title":"Aphosemion Gardneri Killi fish","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFundulopanchax gardneri gardneri\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFundulopanchax gardneri gardneri\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlue lyretail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNothobranchiidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 5 - 6 cm (1.97 - 2.36 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 6 - 19°N (107.14 - 339.29ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 25 °C (71.6 - 77°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlue lyretail will accept all live foods like white worms, brine shrimp, and tubifex. Also feed with a quality flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Blue lyretail is found in the tributaries and marshes of Nigeria and Cameroon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe male will be more brightly colored than the female with red spots running through his body. The tips of the dorsal, anal, and caudal fins will be tinged with yellow. Females tend to be duller in coloration with brown spots running through the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd a 2-3 inch layer of peat to the bottom of the breeding tank; the fish will then bury their eggs in the substrate. When spawning is complete, remove the peat with the eggs and squeeze out some of the water. The peat is then stored in a plastic bag for 3 weeks at room temperature. Add water after this time to induce the hatching and the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Fundulopanchax gardneri gardneri is 2-3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Blue Lyre tail can adapt to different water conditions but does prefer softer water. They do require a planted tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712178860185,"sku":"10879295","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish6.jpg?v=1627910045"},{"product_id":"7014791","title":"Angel Fish Small","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAngelfish - Pterophyllum scalare\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable in -small 3-5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e                   - medium 6-8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e                   -large 9-12cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAngelfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 15 cm (4.72 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 5.3 - 7.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 0 - 18°N (0 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 29 °C (73.4 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGranules, tablets, tubifex, small worms, spinach, lettuce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNearly impossible. The best way how to determine their sex is when it comes to breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEgg-layers. Eggs are usually laid on a rock, but it can be plant sometimes. There aren’t any problems with laying eggs and hatching the fry. However, you should remove the fry or parents after newborns are free-swimming. Otherwise, fry could be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7 years or even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712178991257,"sku":"7014791","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish4_53b2d61e-8d70-4afe-9e90-f6272d38f4f4.jpg?v=1627910047"},{"product_id":"7015140","title":"Angel Fish Medium","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAngelfish - Pterophyllum scalare\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable in -small 3-5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e                   - medium 6-8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e                   -large 9-12cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAngelfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 15 cm (4.72 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 5.3 - 7.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 0 - 18°N (0 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 29 °C (73.4 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGranules, tablets, tubifex, small worms, spinach, lettuce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNearly impossible. The best way how to determine their sex is when it comes to breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEgg-layers. Eggs are usually laid on a rock, but it can be plant sometimes. There aren’t any problems with laying eggs and hatching the fry. However, you should remove the fry or parents after newborns are free-swimming. Otherwise, fry could be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7 years or even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712179384473,"sku":"7015140","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish4.jpg?v=1627910048"},{"product_id":"7014825","title":"Albino Rainbow Shark","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLabeo frenatus - Epalzeorhynchus frenatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEpalzeorhynchus frenatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLabeo frenatus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCyprinidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 15 cm (4.72 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 12°N (71.43 - 214.29ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 29 °C (73.4 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: East Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLabeo Frenatus are herbivorous for the most part. They are algae cleaners in the aquarium but they will accept a variety of veggie matter. They will also accept live and flake meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe male Labeo Frenatus is slimmer than the female. Males also have a black stripe lining their caudal fin and the females do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a known fact that Labeo frenatus are egg layers but they are very difficult to breed in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEpalzeorhynchus frenatus can live up to 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Labeo Frenatus is native to areas of Thailand and Indonesia in Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEpalzeorhynchus frenatus is commonly known as the “red finned shark” or the “rainbow shark” in aquarium retail stores because all of its fins are red. They are commonly confused with the “red tailed black shark” which is a black fish with only one red caudal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712179744921,"sku":"7014825","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fish3.jpg?v=1627910053"},{"product_id":"11159629","title":"Albino Kribensis","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAlbino Kribensis - Pelvicachromis pulcher\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePelvicachromis pulcher\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e Albino \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKribensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 5 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 0 - 12°N (0 - 214.29ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 29 °C (75.2 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKribensis otherwise known as kribs are dwarf cichlids that originate in the rivers of West Central Africa. They are characterised by a purple abdomen that is more pronounced in the female. Males are generally less colourful, but slimmer and larger than the female often having longer dorsal and anal fins. They are generally peaceful, but tend toward becoming territorial when they are spawning. They may be kept as a pair or several individuals. They are rather territorial among their own kind. Kribs should be fed a good quality pellet food that sinks to the level at which this fish swims, as well as live foods and frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp. This is one of the easiest fish to breed and it is not uncommon to find a pair spawning in the tank if provided with a suitable setting. An empty coconut shell or a ceramic flower pot should be provided to encourage spawning. Kribs are devoted parents that protect their young fiercely while taking them on tours around the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712180138137,"sku":"11159629","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/anotherfish.jpg?v=1627910055"},{"product_id":"7014633","title":"Albino Half Beak","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHalfbeak - Dermogenys pusilla\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDermogenys pusilla\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalfbeak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eZenarchopteridae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 6 - 7 cm (2.36 - 2.76 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 18°N (214.29 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 20 - 28 °C (68 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Pseudo-Livebearer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: South Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful to females\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Top levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Half Beak fish is carnivorous and prefer to eat foods such as mosquito larvae, insects, worms and crustaceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales and females are sexually dimorphic. That means the males are very different in appearance that females. The males have a gonopodium which is a modified anal fin used to inseminate the female. The females are not as brightly colored as the males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf Beaks display a variety of breeding habits. The first technique is to lay fertilized egg then wait for them to hatch. The second procedure is to incubate the eggs inside the female so she can lay her eggs just before they are ready to hatch. The third method is to give birth to live young that feed off the female’s placenta instead of a yolk sac. Half Beaks tend to have smaller broods consisting of larger fry. The fry will remain under the mother’s care for up to 3 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent varieties of Half Beak fish live in different bodies of water. Some come from the salty waters of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans. Other variants can be found in brackish or fresh water bodies in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of fish is unique because it can survive in salt, brackish and fresh water. Dermogenys pusilla earned its common name “half-beak” because its lower jaw is a lot longer than the upper jaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712180760729,"sku":"7014633","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fishy.jpg?v=1627910056"},{"product_id":"7059799","title":"Psudeotropheus Yellow Tail Acei","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcei - Pseudotropheus \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus sp Acei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYellowtail Acei\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 7 - 14 cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.8 - 7.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 11 - 21°N (196.43 - 375ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful to females\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt will accept most foods offered but vegetable matter in the form of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003espirulina\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e flakes, blanched spinach, nori etc. should form a large proportion of the diet. This can be supplemented with live and frozen varieties. Never feed beefheart or any other red meat as it interferes with the digestive system of these fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndemic to Lake Malawi. It is found on the lake’s western side, around Nkhata Bay, Senga Bay, Ngara, Ruarwe, Bandawe, Karonga and the South Rukuru River.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt inhabits both rocky and sandy shorelines but tends to be associated with submerged rocks and other objects in the latter case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot easy to sex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Both sexes exhibit similar colouration and possess egg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003espots in the anal fin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Male fish however tend to grow larger and are more brightly coloured when inbreeding condition. The egg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003espots in males tend to be more numerous and more intense in colour. The easiest way to sex \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eit is by observing its behaviour. As with other mbuna males are the more territorial sex \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand are often seen chasing females and other species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the tank. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObviously it can also be sexed by examination of the vents, but this approach is for experts only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible. Maternal mouthbrooder. It should be spawned in a species tank in a harem of one male and at least 3 females. A 48″ Aquarium is a good size (although larger is preferable) and this should be furnished as suggested above, along with some flat stones and areas of open substrate to act as potential spawning sites. The ph should be around 8.2-8.5 and the temperature 77-80°F. Condition the fish with a high quality diet composed mainly of vegetable matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Pseudotropheus  is 5-8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent beginner’s\u003cspan\u003e species\u003c\/span\u003eas it is relatively peaceful and easily bred. Despite being undescribed to science it is widely available in the hobby. It is sometimes sold as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGephyrochromis acei\u003c\/i\u003e. Several colour forms are available, including “yellow tail acei” and “white tail acei”. None of these should be kept together in aquaria to prevent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehybridization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn nature it feeds specifically on\u003cspan\u003e algae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand other organisms growing on submerged wood, and is the only known mbuna to do so exclusively. It can be seen gathering in schools around tree branches and logs. As with other members of the\u003cspan\u003e genus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit possesses flat,\u003cspan\u003e bicuspid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eteeth which are designed for scraping\u003cspan\u003e algae \u003c\/span\u003efrom the surface of rocks, or in this case, wood. Interestingly although male fish are\u003cspan\u003e territorial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the\u003cspan\u003e aquarium \u003c\/span\u003eand may build nests in which to\u003cspan\u003e span\u003c\/span\u003e, this behaviour has not been recorded in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712200061081,"sku":"7059799","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/acei.jpg?v=1677360053"},{"product_id":"8501713","title":"Sciaenochromis White Knight","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhite Knight hap - Sciaenochromis ahli\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSciaenochromis ahli\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhite Knight hap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 17 - 20 cm (6.69 - 7.87 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 9 - 19°N (160.71 - 339.29ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 25 - 28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuality flake, spirulina flake and pellets can be given to Electric blue hap. Be wary of giving them live worms or live brine shrimp, this can lead to bloat which could eventually kill the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Electric blue haps originate from Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs the fish matures, the males will display an intense sky blue coloration, the females will remain a drab grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe eggs will be fertilized prior to the female collecting them in her mouth. The mouth brooding should last for 2 weeks and in this time she may hide away and not eat. Once the fry are released they can be fed on crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Sciaenochromis ahli is 11 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSciaenochromis ahli need lots of swimming spaces, if rockwork is in the tank, they may stay away from it as they are a non-Mbuna species. A single male kept with 2-3 females is ideal, if two males are in the tank, a lot of aggression will ensue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712201404569,"sku":"8501713","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/files\/WhiteKnight_1024x1024_ce06abf8-19e0-4d9f-9454-98f8924c466e.webp?v=1716682649"},{"product_id":"7014320","title":"Nimbochromis Venustus Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis venustus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis venustus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGiraffe cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 20 - 25 cm (7.87 - 9.84 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 24°N (214.29 - 428.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmaller fish, granules, bloodworms, larvae, tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales are larger than females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthbrooders. Keep about 2 females along 1 male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712203501721,"sku":"7014320","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/venustus.jpg?v=1677273116"},{"product_id":"7258395","title":"Tropheus Red Bemba","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTropheus Bemba Red\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTropheus Bemba \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Bemba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 16°N (178.57 - 285.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid is endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it occupies the deeper water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to other species of cichlids that occupy Lake Tanganyika, these are not the most aggressive but they will squabble with other specimens of their own kind. They do not mature to a great adult size, average length for adults being just under 5 inches but they do look impressive as a group in the aquarium. Due to their more peaceful disposition they do make a good species for novice keepers new to keeping African cichlids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf cared for correctly the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should have an average lifespan of between 5-8 years but there are cases of these fish living even longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum sized aquarium that should be used for housing the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should be at least 4 feet in length and one foot wide ( 120 cm x 30 cm).This is fine for a small group but larger groups will require larger aquariums. Sand should be used for the substrate and the decor is a matter of choice but to keep in line with the lake adding some rocks in the background to provide hiding places works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe temperature range should be set between 24-26°C (76-79°F) and the pH should range between 8.5-8.9. These fish will require a fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and they also demand high water quality so regular water changes are a must as is using a filtration that can cope with high waste producers such as these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh oxygen levels in the water column are required so aim the outlet nozzle from the filters towards the water surface to increase gaseous exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll foods offered should be accepted by the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid but they will require extra vegetable matter in their diet. Use cichlid pellets or a quality flake for the staple diet but this should be varied with treats of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. For extra vegetable matter include blanched peas, spirulina flake or chopped cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an easy species of fish to sex, it is probably best to purchase a small group and allow them to pair naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid are a maternal mouthbrooder, they are quite easy to breed once you have obtained some pairs. It is best to purchase as a small group and allow them to pair as they mature. It is best to keep a harem of females with one male in the breeding tank as two males will be extremely aggressive towards each other. When spawning the eggs are deposited over rocky areas and once the fertilised the female will scoop them into her mouth for incubation. It can take up to 30 days for the fry to be released so during this time it is very important to keep the female stress free, premature release of the fry will incur losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce released the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or infusoria until they are large enough to handle the same foods as the parent fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712207171737,"sku":"7258395","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/redbemba.jpg?v=1678169982"},{"product_id":"7553272","title":"Tropheus Moliro Red","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTropheus Moliro\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTropheus moliro \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoliro Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 16°N (178.57 - 285.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid is endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it occupies the deeper water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to other species of cichlids that occupy Lake Tanganyika, these are not the most aggressive but they will squabble with other specimens of their own kind. They do not mature to a great adult size, average length for adults being just under 5 inches but they do look impressive as a group in the aquarium. Due to their more peaceful disposition they do make a good species for novice keepers new to keeping African cichlids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf cared for correctly the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should have an average lifespan of between 5-8 years but there are cases of these fish living even longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum sized aquarium that should be used for housing the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should be at least 4 feet in length and one foot wide ( 120 cm x 30 cm).This is fine for a small group but larger groups will require larger aquariums. Sand should be used for the substrate and the decor is a matter of choice but to keep in line with the lake adding some rocks in the background to provide hiding places works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe temperature range should be set between 24-26°C (76-79°F) and the pH should range between 8.5-8.9. These fish will require a fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and they also demand high water quality so regular water changes are a must as is using a filtration that can cope with high waste producers such as these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh oxygen levels in the water column are required so aim the outlet nozzle from the filters towards the water surface to increase gaseous exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll foods offered should be accepted by the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid but they will require extra vegetable matter in their diet. Use cichlid pellets or a quality flake for the staple diet but this should be varied with treats of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. For extra vegetable matter include blanched peas, spirulina flake or chopped cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an easy species of fish to sex, it is probably best to purchase a small group and allow them to pair naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid are a maternal mouthbrooder, they are quite easy to breed once you have obtained some pairs. It is best to purchase as a small group and allow them to pair as they mature. It is best to keep a harem of females with one male in the breeding tank as two males will be extremely aggressive towards each other. When spawning the eggs are deposited over rocky areas and once the fertilised the female will scoop them into her mouth for incubation. It can take up to 30 days for the fry to be released so during this time it is very important to keep the female stress free, premature release of the fry will incur losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce released the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or infusoria until they are large enough to handle the same foods as the parent fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712207270041,"sku":"7553272","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/moliro.jpg?v=1678169778"},{"product_id":"7419134","title":"Tropheus Ikola","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTropheus Ikola\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTropheus Ikola\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name: \u003cb\u003eIkola\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 16°N (178.57 - 285.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid is endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it occupies the deeper water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to other species of cichlids that occupy Lake Tanganyika, these are not the most aggressive but they will squabble with other specimens of their own kind. They do not mature to a great adult size, average length for adults being just under 5 inches but they do look impressive as a group in the aquarium. Due to their more peaceful disposition they do make a good species for novice keepers new to keeping African cichlids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf cared for correctly the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should have an average lifespan of between 5-8 years but there are cases of these fish living even longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum sized aquarium that should be used for housing the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should be at least 4 feet in length and one foot wide ( 120 cm x 30 cm).This is fine for a small group but larger groups will require larger aquariums. Sand should be used for the substrate and the decor is a matter of choice but to keep in line with the lake adding some rocks in the background to provide hiding places works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe temperature range should be set between 24-26°C (76-79°F) and the pH should range between 8.5-8.9. These fish will require a fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and they also demand high water quality so regular water changes are a must as is using a filtration that can cope with high waste producers such as these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh oxygen levels in the water column are required so aim the outlet nozzle from the filters towards the water surface to increase gaseous exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll foods offered should be accepted by the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid but they will require extra vegetable matter in their diet. Use cichlid pellets or a quality flake for the staple diet but this should be varied with treats of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. For extra vegetable matter include blanched peas, spirulina flake or chopped cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an easy species of fish to sex, it is probably best to purchase a small group and allow them to pair naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid are a maternal mouthbrooder, they are quite easy to breed once you have obtained some pairs. It is best to purchase as a small group and allow them to pair as they mature. It is best to keep a harem of females with one male in the breeding tank as two males will be extremely aggressive towards each other. When spawning the eggs are deposited over rocky areas and once the fertilised the female will scoop them into her mouth for incubation. It can take up to 30 days for the fry to be released so during this time it is very important to keep the female stress free, premature release of the fry will incur losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce released the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or infusoria until they are large enough to handle the same foods as the parent fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712207335577,"sku":"7419134","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/tropheusikola2.jpg?v=1678170200"},{"product_id":"7014837","title":"Tropheus Duboisi","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDwarf tanganyikan cichlid - Tropheus duboisi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTropheus duboisi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf tanganyikan cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 16°N (178.57 - 285.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid is endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it occupies the deeper water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to other species of cichlids that occupy Lake Tanganyika, these are not the most aggressive but they will squabble with other specimens of their own kind. They do not mature to a great adult size, average length for adults being just under 5 inches but they do look impressive as a group in the aquarium. As juveniles there body colouration is black which is broken by spots or either white or a yellow colouration, as they mature there colouration changes to a dark blue base which is broken by a yellow or white bar which runs vertically down the main body. Due to their more peaceful disposition they do make a good species for novice keepers new to keeping African cichlids. You may also hear of these fish referred to as the White spotted cichlid due to their juvenile colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf cared for correctly the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should have an average lifespan of between 5-8 years but there are cases of these fish living even longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum sized aquarium that should be used for housing the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should be at least 4 feet in length and one foot wide ( 120 cm x 30 cm).This is fine for a small group but larger groups will require larger aquariums. Sand should be used for the substrate and the decor is a matter of choice but to keep in line with the lake adding some rocks in the background to provide hiding places works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe temperature range should be set between 24-26°C (76-79°F) and the pH should range between 8.5-8.9. These fish will require a fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and they also demand high water quality so regular water changes are a must as is using a filtration that can cope with high waste producers such as these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh oxygen levels in the water column are required so aim the outlet nozzle from the filters towards the water surface to increase gaseous exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll foods offered should be accepted by the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid but they will require extra vegetable matter in their diet. Use cichlid pellets or a quality flake for the staple diet but this should be varied with treats of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. For extra vegetable matter include blanched peas, spirulina flake or chopped cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an easy species of fish to sex, it is probably best to purchase a small group and allow them to pair naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid are a maternal mouthbrooder, they are quite easy to breed once you have obtained some pairs. It is best to purchase as a small group and allow them to pair as they mature. It is best to keep a harem of females with one male in the breeding tank as two males will be extremely aggressive towards each other. When spawning the eggs are deposited over rocky areas and once the fertilised the female will scoop them into her mouth for incubation. It can take up to 30 days for the fry to be released so during this time it is very important to keep the female stress free, premature release of the fry will incur losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce released the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or infusoria until they are large enough to handle the same foods as the parent fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712207433881,"sku":"7014837","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/duboisi.jpg?v=1678169228"},{"product_id":"10102051","title":"Vieja Synspillum","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVieja synspila\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVieja synspila\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Synspillum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 30 - 37 cm (11.81 - 14.57 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 8 - 21°N (142.86 - 375ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 25 - 28 °C (77 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot a fussy eater in the aquarium, cichlid pellets should be used for the staple diet along with some spirulina flake. For meaty foods, use prawns, mussels, and pieces of white fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCentral America; Redhead cichlids are found in the waterways of Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe male will be larger than the female with more colouration. They will also have extended dorsal and anal fins whereas the females will be rounded. The males may also develop a nuchal hump when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pair will clean their chosen site, usually a flat rock and then spawning should commence. At this time the male may be very aggressive towards the female. The eggs should hatch after 2-3 days and a few days later, the fry should be free swimming. At this stage, the fry will accept newly hatched brine shrimp but as they grow, they can be fed on crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Redhead cichlid is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf bogwood or other decor is added to the tank, ensure that it is firmly fixed as this fish will try to re-arranger it to suit. Only keep with other Central American cichlids as Vieja synspila can be aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712223326361,"sku":"10102051","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/synspillum.jpg?v=1677364345"},{"product_id":"7010181","title":"Labidochromis Red Top Hongi","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLabidochromis Red Top Hongi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLabidochromis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red Top Hongi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.5-8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 74-82°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggressiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred or Wild\u003c\/strong\u003e: Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cu\u003eFlake food low protien\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mbuna\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis cichlid resides in caves in Lake Malawi which is located in East Africa in the rift valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximately 5-10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemarks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLabidochromis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp. Hongi are herbivorous mbuna that strongly defend rocky territories (unlike Yellow Labs, another \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLabidochromis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e species). Males are a pale blue with subtle striping. Their dorsal fin is yellow-orange and bleeds into the body. Females will typically be brown, but can get some pale purple coloration depending on mood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlake, granules, cichlid pellets and frozen foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature males are larger and more colourful with a light blue body, dark vertical bars (which extend onto the upper lip), and a yellow to orange dorsal fin. Females and juvenile fish are brown\/silver-lilac.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen ready to spawn, the coloration of the male will intensify and his aggression level will heighten. He will choose and clean a spawning site, then display to the female fish until one accepts him. They will circle each other in a head to tail manner a number of times, until the female deposits her eggs. These are deposited just one or two at a time and after doing so, she immediately turns around and picks them up. At the same time, the male will rotate so that he is almost on his side, at the same time shaking and extending his anal fin, releasing his milt. The female sees the egg spots on the males anal fin and attempts to pick up those egg whilst she is picking up the real ones that she deposited, and at the same time taking in milt. This is the method of fertilizations, and this ritual may go on for some hours. The eggs may be incubated for up to 25 days until they hatch and the resultant fry held for a further few days afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712223752345,"sku":"7010181","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/hongi.jpg?v=1677363051"},{"product_id":"10048909","title":"Striped Raphael Catfish","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRaphael catfish - Agamyxis pectinifrons\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAgamyxis pectinifrons\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaphael catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoradidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 15 cm (3.94 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 5.8 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 2 - 20°N (35.71 - 357.14ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 20 - 26 °C (68 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaphael catfish will accept all foods, being a nocturnal tank inhabitant, it is best to feed these fish at dusk. Treats of blood worms should be offered once per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouth America; where Raphael catfish inhabit the Amazon basins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no visible differences between the sexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of this date there are no reported spawnings in the aquarium but it is believed that they build a bubble nest in their own habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpected life span of Raphael catfish is 9 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of hiding places are required for these catfish along with subdued lighting. Raphael catfish are a fairly easy fish to keep if the water quality is good, they prefer to be kept in small groups. It has been known for them to attack small fish in the night so pick the tank mates carefully. It is sometimes called the talking catfish, when removed from the aquarium, it will give out a croak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712225587353,"sku":"10048909","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/a_1ccb8b12-0bb4-4a1e-a4ad-6face84d0938.jpg?v=1678344511"},{"product_id":"8802571","title":"Pseudottopheus Scolofi Snow White","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus socolofi \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus socolofi \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSnow White cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 11 cm (3.94 - 4.33 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 25°N (214.29 - 446.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Snow White Socolofi (Pseudotropheus socolofi) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. They are the albino version of the Blue Pindani Cichlid. These species are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enative to the shallow waters of Lake Malawi, East Africa\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Snow White Cichlid’s lifespan is between 5 and 8 years.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Snow white Cichlid has always been a popular species to many fish keepers especially keepers that are new to caring for Malawi species, they tend to be tolerant of other tank mates as long as they have a different colouration, however they can be aggressive to their own kind especially the males to other males so be aware of this. As expected when setting up the tank it is best to add plenty of rock as this will provide the fish with plenty of hiding places in the gaps, especially useful for badgered females who are being pursued by the males and even help out males that are not dominant in the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou may find many colour variations, some specimens may lack the black stripes on their dorsal fin and some will vary with the intensity of the blue colouration. What is noticeable with the Powder Blue Cichlid is that the females display the same colouration as the males but usually with slightly duller tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Snow White Cichlid is an omnivorous fish. Their diet should consist of mostly veggies and some live foods. The will accept a variety of store bought foods as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSexual differences: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMales have three to four, distinct egg-spots on the anal fin and have slightly longer pelvic fins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The male Snow White Cichlid is polygamous, so use several females. As many as 60 eggs are laid and fertilized by the dummy-egg method. The female mouth broods the eggs for 20-25 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding can be tricky but for the best results only keep one male in the breeding tank and always outnumber him with plenty of females, at least 4 females per male. This will prevent any one female being hounded and becoming stressed by the male in his commitment to produce fry. This mouthbrooding cichlid may produce up to 60 fry in one brood. The female will hold the eggs\/fry in her mouth for up to 3 weeks. Make sure that the holding female does not get stressed or she will “spit” her fry and then they run the risk of being eaten, keep the lighting dimmed and when she feels that the fry are safe she will release them. She may do this several times initially but at the slightest threat the fry will return to the safety of their mother’s mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712242954393,"sku":"8802571","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/snowwhite.jpg?v=1677362086"},{"product_id":"7010190","title":"Pseudotropheus Salousi","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Pseudotropheus Salousi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus Salousi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSalousi Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 25°N (214.29 - 446.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 29 °C (75.2 - 84.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudotropheus saulosi is a species of cichlid endemic to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLake Malawi in East Africa\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where it lives in areas with rocky substrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximately 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Saulosi Cichlids are classified as dwarf-mbuna they can grow to 3.4 inches in length they are born yellow but as they reach adulthood the males turn blue with several vertical black bars. Less dominant males are paler blue and it is possible for some younger males to remain mixed in with the females, in typical yellow female dress. When the dominant male leaves a certain group, one of these incognito males may color up and become dominant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the wild the bumble bee cichlid feeds on parasites and catfish eggs. In the aquarium they will accept a wide variety of foods such as flakes, algae wafers, live, dried and frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elongated African cichlid, the two sexes are different colours. The males being a vivid blue in base colour, with several vertical dark blue\/black down the flanks. The females are a bright yellow in base colour with faint darker vertical bands down the flanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Saulosi Cichlids are mouthbrooders. The female holds the eggs in her mouth until the fry are able to swim which normally takes 13–18 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712259043481,"sku":"7010190","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/salousi.jpg?v=1677361571"},{"product_id":"7278850","title":"Rubin Red Peacock","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRubin Red Peacock - Aulonocara Rubin Red\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara Rubin Red\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRubin Red\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 18°N (178.57 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Peacocks prefer live foods like brine shrimp and blood worms but will accept quality flakes and pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacocks originate from Lake Malawi, Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be larger than the females with more coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock cichlids are mouth brooders. The female will lay her eggs on a rocky surface but collect them in her mouth after fertilization. The female will mouth brood for about 4 weeks and when the fry are released they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExpected life span of Peacock is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNormally a relatively peaceful species, Aulonocara can become territorial, especially at spawning times. These peacocks make a great addition to any Malawi tank and are available in different color morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712262123673,"sku":"7278850","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/rubin.jpg?v=1677279255"},{"product_id":"7015093","title":"Rivulatus","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGreen terror cichlid - Aequidens rivulatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAequidens rivulatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen terror cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 15 - 20 cm (5.91 - 7.87 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 15°N (71.43 - 267.86ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 20 - 24 °C (68 - 75.2°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral information about the Green Terror Cichlid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green Terror Cichlid is quite often mistaken for the Blue Acara as they are closely related and can display a very similar colouration especially when juveniles. Unfortunately the Green Terror Cichlid has a much higher aggression level and will grow larger than the Blue Acara. The minimum sized aquarium to house these fish has to be at least 55 gallons in water volume, they are a very active species and are also high waste producers like most of the larger cichlids. Make sure that the filtration system used is capable of dealing with these high waste levels so it is wise to get one rated for slightly larger aquariums than the one you have to cope with the waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fish is an avid digger of the substrate, if adding the Green Terror Cichlid to a planted aquarium, the plants will need to be well weighted down or in pots, only add hardy species of aquatic plants that can stand the odd knock or being moved around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green terror is a cichlid and like most fish of the cichlid species, they eat nearly every kind of food. Use live food including bloodworms, small fish, beef, but feed them vegetables as much as possible. Adults should be fed 1 or 2 times a day. The fry requires food about 4-5 times a day. They are not classed as having a specific feeding level in the aquarium such as bottom feeders or top feeders, they will search for their food in all levels of the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are much more coloured than females. Moreover, they are bigger than females. As juveniles their colouration may have a bluer tinge compared to the green tinge of the mature specimens, hence the mistaken identity in some cases with the Blue Acara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg-layers. The female will clean the chosen spawning site in readiness for the eggs and once hatched both parents will protect the eggs and the fry once hatched. If stable, water conditions aren't important at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"qa\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do green terror fertilized eggs look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey should be transparent. If eggs are white, they haven’t been fertilized or they turned to fungus. The parent fish should attempt to remove any white eggs from the batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo green terrors fight when they breed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: Male green terrors are very aggressive towards the females when they are in breeding mode but once they have spawned, they both make good parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpected lifespan of Green terror cichlid is about 10 years; Depends on conditions heavily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712263303321,"sku":"7015093","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/aa_6818be7b-f7da-469c-bb7c-b4de22921ac0.jpg?v=1678343750"},{"product_id":"7010185","title":"Pseudotropheus Red Zebra","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRed zebra - Pseudotropheus estherae\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePseudotropheus estherae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed zebra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 7 - 10 cm (2.76 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.8 - 7.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 11 - 21°N (196.43 - 375ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful to females\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed zebra needs a high vegetable diet. Supply it with spirulina flake; algae based flake or cichlid pellets. They will also accept treats of tubifex, daphnia and brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrica; Red zebras are found in Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its name, the red zebra cichlid is not always red. Nor does it always sport stripes! males tent to have more egg spots and female less but larger egg spots on the anal fin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed zebras are typical Malawi mouth brooders. The female will hold the eggs in her mouth to incubate for a period of up to 3 weeks. During this time, she may hide away and refuse to eat, this is normal practice. When the fry are released, she will still look after them for another week, gathering them at any sign of danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expected life span for Pseudotropheus estherae is 5-8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best to keep one male with several females. Add plenty of rock work to the tank to create hiding places but leave open swimming spaces at the front. Take care not to over feed these fish as it can lead to bloat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712264056985,"sku":"7010185","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/redzebra.jpg?v=1677358684"},{"product_id":"11723322","title":"Petenia Plendida Red Bay Snooks","description":".\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed bay snook - Petenia splendida\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePetenia splendida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed bay snook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 45 - 50 cm (17.72 - 19.69 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 7.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 20°N (178.57 - 357.14ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 25 - 30 °C (77 - 86°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed bay snook is definitely a predator and can swallow fish that are quite large. It will accept cichlid pellets and cichlid sticks, supplement the diet with meaty foods like chopped earth worms or feeder fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCentral America; Red bay snook is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no visible differences between the sexes although it is believed that the males may grow slightly larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed bay snooks are substrate spawners so provide some flat rocks or slate to act as spawning sites. The eggs will be a pinkly colour when laid and they should hatch after 3-4 days. A week later the fry should be free swimming and can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Petenia splendida is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnsure that the water quality is kept high with plenty of filtration. Petenia splendida can become quite tame, accepting food from the keeper’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712264188057,"sku":"11723322","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/snook.jpg?v=1677364152"},{"product_id":"10987832","title":"Geophagus Steindachneri Red Hump","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRedhump eartheater - Geophagus steindachneri\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeophagus steindachneri\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRedhump eartheater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 18 - 20 cm (7.09 - 7.87 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 5 - 17°N (89.29 - 303.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the aquarium Redhump eartheaters will accept most foods offered. For the staple diet use a quality flake but vary the diet with finely chopped vegetables, blood worms and shelled peas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSouth America; Redhump eartheaters are found in the water ways of the Rio Magdalena, Colombia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales will be more colourful and have larger red areas at the side of their mouth. They will also grow the nuchal hump as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRedhump eartheaters are maternal mouth brooders, the male takes on no parenting at all and will attempt to breed with several females at the same time. As soon as the eggs are fertilised, the female will scoop them up and hold them for incubation. When the fry are released, the can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Geophagus steindachneri is 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeophagus steindachneri are relatively easy to care for, their minimum tank size should be 50 gallons but only keep one male per tank. They will sift the substrate for their food so the addition of live plants is not necessary as they will uproot them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265007257,"sku":"10987832","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/1_2a6e658f-ea8b-4285-8d71-5e41009f9bcc.jpg?v=1677449815"},{"product_id":"12232543","title":"Red Forest Jewels","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eJewel cichlid - Hemichromis bimaculatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHemichromis bimaculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewel cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 13 cm (3.94 - 5.12 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C (71.6 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Jewel cichlid will eat flakes or pellets, it should be provided with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and blood worm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJewel cichlids are found on the African continent where they live in the rivers with muddy substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemichromis bimaculatus can be difficult to sex but in spawning mode, the male will display more coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most cichlids, the jewel will lay their eggs on a flat surface, raising the temperature slightly may induce the spawning. The eggs should hatch after 2-4 days and the parents will move them around the tank until they are free swimming. The fry should be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpected lifespan is 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJewel cichlids can be very aggressive, especially when they are breeding, because of this it may be best to keep them in a species tank. A single pair should be kept in at least a 30 gallon tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265531545,"sku":"12232543","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/a.jpg?v=1678344023"},{"product_id":"7014799","title":"Copadichromis Red Fin Kadango","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed Fin - Copadichromis borleyi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCopadichromis borleyi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed Fin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 11 - 14 cm (4.33 - 5.51 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 15°N (214.29 - 267.86ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe staple diet of Red Fin should consist of quality flakes or cichlid pellets. Spirulina flake will provide a healthy supplement for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; this species is endemic to Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be brightly colored; females will display a dark body with red fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is best to keep 1 male with several females. The male will color up and display to the female in a courtship ritual. Spawning will follow on a flat surface and the female will scoop up the eggs into her mouth. Incubation is normally 3-4 weeks and when the fry are released they will be quite large. They can be fed on cyclopeeze or brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Red Fin is 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCopadichromis borleyi was not discovered until 1960 but it makes a great addition to the Malawi tank. It is a very peaceful species compared to other Malawi. The male will be very caring for his group of females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265564313,"sku":"7014799","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/redfinkadango.jpg?v=1677363916"},{"product_id":"7185816","title":"Protomelas Red Empress","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Please contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtomelas Red Empress\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtomelas Red Empress\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRed Epmpress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 14 cm (4.72 - 5.51 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 18°N (178.57 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlthough Protomelas  is classed as a carnivore, it will accept cichlid pellets and the addition of some spirulina will be beneficial. Its main diet should consist of live or frozen foods, chopped earthworms and blood worms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrican Protomelas  is endemic to Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales will display more colouration than the females. The females tend to have a grayish silver colour to their bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese fish are mouth brooders. The female will spawn and the eggs will be fertilized quickly by the male. The female will then scoop up the eggs for incubation. Normally the hatched fry will be released after 3 weeks but during the brooding period, the female may hide and not eat. When the fry have been released, they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Protomelas is 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the wild, these fish will blow at the substrate in their search for food. As with all Malawi species, plenty of rock work should be added to the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265760921,"sku":"7185816","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/empress.jpg?v=1677367418"},{"product_id":"11940040","title":"Trimac Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThree spot cichlid - Cichlasoma trimaculatum\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlasoma trimaculatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree spot cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 30 - 38 cm (11.81 - 14.96 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 8 - 24°N (142.86 - 428.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C (71.6 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen juveniles, Three spot cichlids should be fed quality flakes or small cichlid granules, as the mature they should be given cichlid pellets, along with chopped earth worms, shrimps and krill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral America; Three spot cichlids are found in rivers and lakes of Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales will grow larger and develop a larger nuchal hump. The dorsal and anal fins of the male will also be extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large aquarium is required for breeding purposes. The spawning site is usually a flat rock, once the eggs have been laid and fertilized, the female will tend them while the male defends the territory. Once the fry are free swimming, they can be fed on crushed flake or newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expected life span for Cichlasoma trimaculatum is 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs juveniles, Three spot cichlids do not show much colouration, but as they mature they have beautiful markings. They can only be kept with other large cichlids as they are very aggressive. Sometimes flower horns are sold as these fish, it is best to purchase them from a reputable breeder. Males are larger than females. Prefers slow moving and clean waters. Keep with fish of similar size in large tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265924761,"sku":"11940040","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/a_eece973e-f561-44ec-958b-e6d9c0420029.jpg?v=1678345198"},{"product_id":"7015084","title":"Red Devil","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRed devil cichlid - Amphilophus labiatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmphilophus labiatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed devil cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 20 - 27 cm (7.87 - 10.63 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 22°N (178.57 - 392.86ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C (71.6 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed devil cichlids are one of the larger cichlid species that are kept by fish keepers but they do not get their common name for no reason, they can be highly aggressive and definitely not for novice fish keepers. They are a very active species so always need plenty of swimming space in the aquarium, smaller tanks are not ideal for these fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey originate from Central America, namely the lakes of Nicaragua and they have been given the scientific name of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmphilophus labiatus\u003c\/i\u003e, although there is an ongoing debate that has lasted for several years that they are the same fish as the Midas Cichlid (\u003ci\u003eAmphilophus citrinellus\u003c\/i\u003e) but the Midas tends to cover a wider range of natural habitat, true they both look very similar but the debate is still going strong with no definite answer as to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red devil cichlid grow large, captive specimens have been reported reaching lengths of 15 inches (38.10 cm) and they are a very stocky fish with strong personalities often intimidating their tank mates without actually harming them physically but be warned, they can inflict injuries if they wish to do so. There are actually a few colour variations, they are not all red coloured, some specimens may display white or yellow colours and some have black edges to their fins, some specimens in captivity may develop thicker lips but in the wild the enlarged lips never seems to occur, the reason for this has never been fully explained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for the Red Devil Cichlid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs mentioned above these fish need larger aquariums, tanks of 50 gallons (227.30 litres, 60.05 US gallons) is the recommended minimum water volume, the general rule is the larger the aquarium, the less the aggression that is displayed. If keeping more than one specimen then you really need to house them in at least an aquarium that will hold 125 gallons (568.26 litres, 150.12 US gallons) of water, anything less then they will attack their tank mates, each fish needs the space to create its own territory. The substrate should be sandy ans décor is optional but can help with the territorial issues if strategically placed. Make sure that any décor is secure and will not topple over, rocks or wood to create hiding places work well but place them so that there is plenty of open swimming spaces at the front of the aquarium. Like most of the larger cichlids they are high waste producers so use a filtration system that is rated higher than the water volume of the aquarium and perform regular water changes, at least 10% weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere should be a medium water flow and make sure that the heaters are covered with a suitable guard to prevent any risk of injury from burns if your Red Devil decides to move the heater at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey do like fairly soft water, adding bog wood to the aquarium can help with this but the temperature range is not that high, they are quite happy with a range of 24 - 26°C (75 - 79°F) and the preferred pH should be between 6.5-7.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do wish to keep your Red Devil with other fish it cannot be stressed enough to use a large aquarium with décor to break up the territories and only keep these with similar sized cichlids who can hold their own or even with some of the larger catfish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding the Red Devil is quite easy, they have a voracious appetite and like most of the larger cichlids will start to recognise the hand that is feeding them in time. They do require a varied diet to keep them interested in food, use quality flakes or cichlid pellets and vary these meals with live or frozen foods such as blood worms, brine shrimp or even chopped earthworms. Surprisingly that are not true carnivores contrary to many keeper’s beliefs, they do require vegetable matter in the diet so blanched peas, lettuce or even odd meals of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.aqua-fish.net\/articles\/benefits-spirulina-food-aquarium-fish\"\u003espirulina\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eflake will cover this area.Like all large cichlids diseases can be contracted so always keep the water quality high so that they develop a strong immune system, low quality can also led to the onset of Hole-in-the-head disease (HITH disease), this is caused primarily by poor water conditions and the fish become stressed, good tank maintenance should prevent this disease from occurring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"breeding\"\u003eBreeding the Red Devil Cichlid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is crucial that these fish are bred in a separate tank, during spawning they will reach their peak of aggressiveness, any other fish around will suffer due to this. The Red Devil is not a difficult species to breed as long as they are given the correct conditions.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca id=\"sexing\"\u003eSexing the fish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis not too difficult especially near spawning times when the papilla are being displayed. Mature males tend to be larger than the females and on inspection of the breeding tubes, the males will possess a pointed papilla while the female’s will be more rounded.They are open spawners but do prefer to lay the eggs on an inclined surface such as a length of slate at an angle to the aquarium or even bog wood and rocks, if a cave is present they may even use the ceiling of this for the spawning site. Getting a pair for breeding can also be a bit precarious as the male does tend to be aggressive towards the female until a bond has been formed, to prevent the female getting injured just add hiding places in the tank so that she can escape for a while until the male calms down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce bonded they will dig pits in the substrate just prior to the spawning, just because a pit has been dug this does not always mean the eggs will be laid there, often other sites are chosen as mentioned above. Around 700 eggs on average will be laid and these will be quickly fertilised by the male, once this has occurred the parent fish will both assume parental duties. Caring for the eggs and removing any white eggs that may have contracted fungus or just missed out on the fertilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your hands out of the tank while they are guarding their eggs as the male will defend the nest with great vigour and keepers hand will get the same treatment as intruders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eggs should hatch between 3-5 days later but do not attempt to feed the fry at this stage, they will consume their yolk sacs when they first hatch and it is only when they become free swimming a few days later that food should be offered to the fry. The parent fish will move the fry around the tank, digging pits as they do so, it is quite common for the fry to appear to have been eaten but emerge from a different pit after worrying the prospective breeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce free swimming the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or even a commercial egg layer food until they are large enough to accept larger live foods. Keeping the Red Devil Cichlids is not as difficult as many keepers would lead you to believe as long as you follow the rules for reducing aggression and keeping the aquarium in pristine condition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 - 15 years if kept properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712265990297,"sku":"7015084","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/a_8321cb83-5a8a-4f48-9ab7-ee7ed33fe6cf.jpg?v=1678344282"},{"product_id":"7553822","title":"Nimbochromis Polystygma Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNimbochromis Polystigma\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNimbochromis Polystigma\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolystigma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 18 - 25 cm (7.09 - 9.84 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.8 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 24°N (178.57 - 428.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIIn the aquarium this fish will eat quality flake and pellet foods along with treats of blood worm or brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrica; polystigma is found in Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are much more colourful than the females and they will display egg spots on their anal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNimbochromis Polystigma are mouth brooders. When the fish have spawned, the female will scoop the eggs into her mouth and hide away while she is incubating them. After 2-3 weeks the fry should be released and they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expected life span for Nimbochromis polystigma is 8-10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne male should be kept with several females in a tank that has plenty of rockwork for hiding places. Open swimming spaces should be left at the front of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712281915545,"sku":"7553822","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/polystigma.jpg?v=1677275089"},{"product_id":"7015072","title":"OB Zebra","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOB zebra - Pseudotropheus estherae\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus estherae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOb Zebra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 7 - 10 cm (2.76 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 6.8 - 7.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 11 - 21°N (196.43 - 375ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful to females\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOb zebra needs a high vegetable diet. Supply it with spirulina flake; algae based flake or cichlid pellets. They will also accept treats of tubifex, daphnia and brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Ob zebras are found in Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales will display a blue body colouration, in the females there main body colour will be orange and often this is covered in dark blotches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOb zebras are typical Malawi mouth brooders. The female will hold the eggs in her mouth to incubate for a period of up to 3 weeks. During this time, she may hide away and refuse to eat, this is normal practice. When the fry are released, she will still look after them for another week, gathering them at any sign of danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Pseudotropheus estherae is 5-8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is best to keep one male with several females. Add plenty of rock work to the tank to create hiding places but leave open swimming spaces at the front. Take care not to over feed these fish as it can lead to bloat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712301445273,"sku":"7015072","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/obzebra.jpg?v=1677358884"},{"product_id":"7499945","title":"Alunacara Ob Peacock","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOB Peacock - Aulonocara OB\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara OB\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOb Peacock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 18°N (178.57 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOB Peacocks prefer live foods like brine shrimp and blood worms but will accept quality flakes and pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOB Peacocks originate from Lake Malawi, Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be larger than the females with more coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock cichlids are mouth brooders. The female will lay her eggs on a rocky surface but collect them in her mouth after fertilization. The female will mouth brood for about 4 weeks and when the fry are released they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExpected life span of Peacock is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNormally a relatively peaceful species, Aulonocara OB can become territorial, especially at spawning times. These peacocks make a great addition to any Malawi tank and are available in different color morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712301510809,"sku":"7499945","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/ob.jpg?v=1677277403"},{"product_id":"11073152","title":"Neolamprologus leleupie","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLemon cichlid - Neolamprologus leleupi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeolamprologus leleupi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemon cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.6 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 18 - 30°N (321.43 - 535.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon cichlids are omnivorous and will accept quality flakes and pellets. They have relatively large mouths so the pellets are often swallowed whole. Supplement their diet with brine shrimp or blood worm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrica; Lemon cichlids are to be found in Lake Tanganyika.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo visible differences, the males tend to grow larger than the females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a group of these fish as juveniles and let them pair off naturally. When you have a pair, remove the other fish and provide caves or rock work for spawning sites. They are secretive spawners, the first indication maybe when the female doesn’t emerge from the cave for a few days. She will emerge after a few days with her fry and these can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp. Both parents will tend the fry but they will be slow growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expected life span for Neolamprologus leleupi is 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are color morphs available for this species; they range from blues to grayish tans. It was once believed that water changes were detrimental to Neolamprologus leleupi but this has since been proven wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712307540121,"sku":"11073152","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/leleupie.jpg?v=1678170881"},{"product_id":"10885886","title":"Marble Fenestratus","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMarble Vieja fenestrata\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eVieja fenestrata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name: N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 25 - 30 cm (9.84 - 11.81 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.2 - 8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 11 - 23°N (196.43 - 410.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: North America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVieja fenestrata are herbivorous in the wild but they also eat insects and invertebrates as well. In the aquarium this diet can be replicated by using cichlid pellets or a quality flake and supplement these with spirulina flake and algae wafers. For meaty foods supply the fish with prawns cockles and mussels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral America and North America; Vieja fenestrata are endemic to the waterways of Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are larger than the females with extended dorsal and anal fins. They will also develop a nuchal hump as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVieja fenestrata are egg depositors so they will clean a site, normally a flat rock but sometimes they will spawn in a cave, and the eggs will be laid. After 2-3 days the fry should hatch and 4-5 days after that they will be free swimming. Offer the fry newly hatched brine shrimp until they are large enough to accept micro worms and crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expected life span for Vieja fenestrata is 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVieja fenestrata is very unpredictable and can turn on its tank mates or partner without any warning. If the female looks like she is getting bullied, remover her from the tank or add a divider and only return her after a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712327364761,"sku":"10885886","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/12.jpg?v=1678343138"},{"product_id":"7010180","title":"Melenachromis Maingano","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Melanochromis Maingano\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMelanochromis Maingano\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaingano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 12 - 15 cm (4.72 - 5.91 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 25°N (178.57 - 446.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Purple mbuna originate from Eastern Africa, namely Lake Malawi where they inhabit the rocky areas in the middle to lower levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe purple mbuna displays a dark blue body colouration which is broken by turquoise flecks that run along the top. They also display a dark stripe than runs through they eye right to the caudal fin, above this there is also a parallel white line. Mature male specimens should reach an average length of just under 6 inches with mature females being slightly smaller. Like most mbuna they are classed as an aggressive species especially towards species of a similar size and colouration so should only be housed with species of a similar disposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey belong to the large family of Cichlidae with a Latin classification of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMelanochromis vermivorus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf cared for correctly the average lifespan of the Purple mbuna should be at least 6-8 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Purple mbuna are a very active species and as such will require plenty of swimming space in the aquarium. The minimum sized aquarium that should be used will need to be at least 4 feet (120cm) in length and 18 inches (45 cm) wide. Rocky structures with hiding places should be added securely to the rear of the aquarium and sand is the preferred substrate (coral sand is ideal). The water temperature should range between 22-27°C (72-81°F) and the pH should range between 7.5-8.9 (using the coral sand for the substrate will help to stabilise the pH at this level).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs mentioned above these fish are highly aggressive so keeping more than one male in the tank can increase the aggression levels, it is far better to keep one male with several females. Using a harem will also disperse the amount of harassment from the males to each female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike all cichlids, the Purple mbuna is a high waste producer so ensure that a suitable filtration system is used for the water volume of the aquarium and back this up with regular water changes of at least 10% weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther species that make suitable tankmates are Haplochromis of a similar size or other mbuna with different colourations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot a difficult fish to feed. Allow algae to grow on the rock formations as they will graze on these. For the staple diet use a quality flake or cichlid pellets. These will need to be supplemented with treats of live or frozen meaty foods such as bloodworms or brine shrimp. They will also feed on small crustaceans such as snails, cockles or chopped mussels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMature females will be smaller than mature males and will not display egg spots on their anal fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOnce settled in the aquarium these fish can become quite prolific breeders. They are maternal mouthbrooders which means that the female parent will take the eggs into her mouth after spawning and incubate and hold the fry for up to 4 weeks. During the period of gestation, the female should not be stressed or she will eject the fry or eggs prematurely. She will hide away during this period and may not eat but once she feels that the very are large enough to be released she will allow them from her mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fry can be housed in the main aquarium but for a higher success rate it is advised to remove as many as you can and grow them on separately. Initially they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp gradually introducing the same diet as their parents. Once large enough to handle themselves, they can be returned to the main aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712334639257,"sku":"7010180","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/maingano.jpg?v=1677369098"},{"product_id":"11261561","title":"Alunacara Lwanda Peacocks","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLwanda Peacock - Aulonocara Lwanda\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara Lwanda\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLwanda Peacock\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 18°N (178.57 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacocks prefer live foods like brine shrimp and blood worms but will accept quality flakes and pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacocks originate from Lake Malawi, Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be larger than the females with more coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock cichlids are mouth brooders. The female will lay her eggs on a rocky surface but collect them in her mouth after fertilization. The female will mouth brood for about 4 weeks and when the fry are released they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExpected life span of Peacock is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNormally a relatively peaceful species, Aulonocara lwanda can become territorial, especially at spawning times. These peacocks make a great addition to any Malawi tank and are available in different color morphs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712334770329,"sku":"11261561","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/lwanda.jpg?v=1677279009"},{"product_id":"7010195","title":"Maylandi Lombardi Kenyi","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKenyi cichlid - Pseudotropheus lombardoi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePseudotropheus lombardoi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKenyi cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 13 - 16 cm (5.12 - 6.3 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 12 - 25°N (214.29 - 446.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 27 °C (73.4 - 80.6°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Kenyi cichlid is endemic to Lake Malawi in the East African Rift Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis cichlid will live up to 10 years if it is well cared for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kenyi cichlid will be an interesting addition to any aquarium. Young specimens are bright blue in colouration before they change into new colours once they reach adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike many of the Malawi Cichlids, these fish can be very aggressive so should be given ample room in the aquarium to control this. The recommended minimum aquarium size is at least 45 Imp gallons (200 litres). To replicate their own habitat, create piles of rocks with swimming spaces between them and use a sandy substrate. Due to their high aggression only one male should be kept in the aquarium with several females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdult males can grow up to 6 inches (15.24 cm) in length and they are classed as high waste producers so to keep the water quality high always perform large water changes on a regular basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKenyi cichlids are omnivorous but prefer algae over live foods. The diet should be supplemented with spirulina flake, blanched spinach or even chopped courgettes. Be careful when adding meaty foods as they may be a bit picky with these. Bloodworms can be offered along with daphnia, always avoid red meats as these contain lipids that the fish cannot digest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing the juveniles of this species is nearly impossible but it becomes extremely obvious once they reach sexually maturity. In their youth, these cichlids are bright blue. As the females mature they fade to a lighter shade of blue with vertical striping. The males morph into a brilliant yellow. If you wish to breed these fish it is best to purchase a small group of juveniles and separate them as their colours develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese cichlids are mouthbrooding cichlids which is highly typical for most mbuna cichlids. The female takes the eggs into her mouth upon fertilization and 3 weeks later she releases her young to fend for themselves. To prevent hybridisation it is always best to keep these in a species only tank for breeding, the male will either choose the substrate or a flat rock for a potential spawning site, he will then intice the female to enter and lay here eggs. Once the eggs have been fertilised the female will gather them up for the mouthbrooding. She will only release the fry when she know that they are safe, this may occur for short periods initially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712335360153,"sku":"7010195","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/lomabardi.jpg?v=1677368915"},{"product_id":"7010182","title":"Nimbochromis livingstoni Cichild","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis livingstonii\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis livingstonii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarbled livingston’s hap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 18 - 25 cm (7.09 - 9.84 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.8 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 24°N (178.57 - 428.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the wild, Marbled livingston’s hap will use a very unusual tactic to catch small fish, it will lay on its side and play dead until its prey is in range, then it will leap up and catch its target. In the aquarium this fish will eat quality flake and pellet foods along with treats of blood worm or brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Marbled livingston’s hap is found in Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales are much more colourful than the females and they will display egg spots on their anal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis livingstonii are mouth brooders. When the fish have spawned, the female will scoop the eggs into her mouth and hide away while she is incubating them. After 2-3 weeks the fry should be released and they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Nimbochromis livingstonii is 8-10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne male should be kept with several females in a tank that has plenty of rockwork for hiding places. Open swimming spaces should be left at the front of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712336048281,"sku":"7010182","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/livingstoni.jpg?v=1677274269"},{"product_id":"11982305","title":"Alunacara Lemon Jake peacocks","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara Lemon Jake\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara Mamelela\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Lemon Jake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 7 - 8 cm (2.76 - 3.15 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 14 - 28°N (250 - 500ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 25 °C (73.4 - 77°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon Jake aulonocara’s will enjoy meaty treats of mysis, blood worms, krill and brine shrimp. It should also be given some\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.aqua-fish.net\/articles\/benefits-spirulina-food-aquarium-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.aqua-fish.net\/articles\/benefits-spirulina-food-aquarium-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espirulina\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebased flake or granules to complete the diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Lemon Jake aulonocara is endemic to Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be more colourful than the females. The females will often appear to be drab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara Lemon Jake are mouth brooders. Once the eggs have been laid and fertilised, the female will collect them into her mouth and incubate them. During this time she may hide away and not eat. The fry should be released after 3 weeks and they can then be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for  aulonocara is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlenty of rockwork should be added to the tank to provide hiding places, especially for the females. Always leave open swimming spaces at the front. It is best to keep one male to three females to reduce aggression towards one fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712337948825,"sku":"11982305","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/lemonjake.jpg?v=1677276838"},{"product_id":"12308251","title":"Leleupie Lemon Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon cichlid - Neolamprologus leleupi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeolamprologus leleupi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.6 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 18 - 30°N (321.43 - 535.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon cichlids are omnivorous and will accept quality flakes and pellets. They have relatively large mouths so the pellets are often swallowed whole. Supplement their diet with brine shrimp or blood worm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; Lemon cichlids are to be found in Lake Tanganyika.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo visible differences, the males tend to grow larger than the females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd a group of these fish as juveniles and let them pair off naturally. When you have a pair, remove the other fish and provide caves or rock work for spawning sites. They are secretive spawners, the first indication maybe when the female doesn’t emerge from the cave for a few days. She will emerge after a few days with her fry and these can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp. Both parents will tend the fry but they will be slow growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Neolamprologus leleupi is 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are color morphs available for this species; they range from blues to grayish tans. It was once believed that water changes were detrimental to Neolamprologus leleupi but this has since been proven wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712338047129,"sku":"12308251","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/lelepiuw.jpg?v=1677487351"},{"product_id":"12098606","title":"Labidochromis Joanjohnsonae","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJoanjohnsonae cichlid - Labidochromis \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLabidochromis Joanjohnsonae,Melanochromis exasperatus, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cb\u003ePearl of likoma\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 30°N (178.57 - 535.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C (71.6 - 82.4°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Bottom levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fish is an insectivore in the wild. Feed a balanced diet with some protein rich and veggie foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fish is endemic to Likoma Island and is associated with rocky areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales are larger and blue; females are a silvery blue with orange dots throughout. Young have the same coloration of the females.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fish was not very hard to spawn. The problem is keeping females alive to spawn because of aggression stated above.  The fish breed like most mbuna, so nothing unusual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemales are good holders and can be hard to strip. If small enough, you can try stripping a fish by putting them in a turkey baster. The females hold about 2 weeks and the fry are small. Rear the fry with baby brine shrimp and later flake food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fry are relatively fast growing and colorful, which is nice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnder right conditions they can live up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCare\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLabidochromis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ejoanjohnsonae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is easy to care for as long as you can manage aggression. Males are intolerant of other males and can harass females to quite an extent. Make sure the tank is large if you want to keep a group of 5 or more. A tank of 75 gallons is adequate for this task. Also, make sure there are lots of rocks in the tank. This fish mixes well with other aggressive mbuna and larger Malawi Haps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712343126169,"sku":"12098606","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/joanjohnsonae.jpg?v=1677363262"},{"product_id":"11609189","title":"Golden Fire Fox Tropheus","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTropheus Fire Fox\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTropheus Fire Fox\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Fire Fox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 10 - 12 cm (3.94 - 4.72 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 8.5 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 16°N (178.57 - 285.71ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 24 - 26 °C (75.2 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid is endemic to Lake Tanganyika where it occupies the deeper water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to other species of cichlids that occupy Lake Tanganyika, these are not the most aggressive but they will squabble with other specimens of their own kind. They do not mature to a great adult size, average length for adults being just under 5 inches but they do look impressive as a group in the aquarium. Due to their more peaceful disposition they do make a good species for novice keepers new to keeping African cichlids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf cared for correctly the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should have an average lifespan of between 5-8 years but there are cases of these fish living even longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum sized aquarium that should be used for housing the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid should be at least 4 feet in length and one foot wide ( 120 cm x 30 cm).This is fine for a small group but larger groups will require larger aquariums. Sand should be used for the substrate and the decor is a matter of choice but to keep in line with the lake adding some rocks in the background to provide hiding places works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe temperature range should be set between 24-26°C (76-79°F) and the pH should range between 8.5-8.9. These fish will require a fully cycled aquarium with stable water parameters and they also demand high water quality so regular water changes are a must as is using a filtration that can cope with high waste producers such as these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh oxygen levels in the water column are required so aim the outlet nozzle from the filters towards the water surface to increase gaseous exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll foods offered should be accepted by the Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid but they will require extra vegetable matter in their diet. Use cichlid pellets or a quality flake for the staple diet but this should be varied with treats of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms. For extra vegetable matter include blanched peas, spirulina flake or chopped cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an easy species of fish to sex, it is probably best to purchase a small group and allow them to pair naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Tanganyikan cichlid are a maternal mouthbrooder, they are quite easy to breed once you have obtained some pairs. It is best to purchase as a small group and allow them to pair as they mature. It is best to keep a harem of females with one male in the breeding tank as two males will be extremely aggressive towards each other. When spawning the eggs are deposited over rocky areas and once the fertilised the female will scoop them into her mouth for incubation. It can take up to 30 days for the fry to be released so during this time it is very important to keep the female stress free, premature release of the fry will incur losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce released the fry can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or infusoria until they are large enough to handle the same foods as the parent fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712356397209,"sku":"11609189","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/firefox.jpg?v=1678170490"},{"product_id":"9597851","title":"Alunacara Sunshine Peacock","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSunshine Peacock - Aulonocara baenschi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAulonocara baenschi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSunshine Peacock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 8 - 10 cm (3.15 - 3.94 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7 - 8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 18°N (178.57 - 321.43ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: aggressive\/territorial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacocks prefer live foods like brine shrimp and blood worms but will accept quality flakes and pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacocks originate from Lake Malawi, Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales tend to be larger than the females with more coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacock cichlids are mouth brooders. The female will lay her eggs on a rocky surface but collect them in her mouth after fertilization. The female will mouth brood for about 4 weeks and when the fry are released they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExpected life span of Sunshine Peacock is 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNormally a relatively peaceful species, Aulonocara baenschi can become territorial, especially at spawning times. These peacocks make a great addition to any Malawi tank and are available in different color morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712359477401,"sku":"9597851","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/sunshine.jpg?v=1677279174"},{"product_id":"11747923","title":"Nimbochromis Fuscotaeniatus Cichlid","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact store for availability as this item is not available all year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis Fuscotaeniatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"article_content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis fuscotaeniatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon name:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFusco Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFamily:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual size in fish tanks: 18 - 25 cm (7.09 - 9.84 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"phBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended pH range for the species: 7.8 - 8.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 24°N (178.57 - 428.57ppm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tempBar\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"range\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeLeft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0°C 32°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rangeRight\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30°C 86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"floatPh\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe way how these fish reproduce: Spawning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere the species comes from: Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament to its own species: peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsual place in the tank: Middle levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer a variety of meaty frozen foods. Smaller specimens will take mosquito larvae, vitamin-enriched brineshrimp, and Mysis shrimp, whilst larger fish will take krill, prawns, lancefish, whitebait etc. A good quality flake and appropriately sized cichlid pellets should also be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrica; fusco hap is found in Lake Malawi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSexing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMales are much more colourful than the females and they will display egg spots on their anal fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNimbochromis fuscotaeniatus are mouth brooders. When the fish have spawned, the female will scoop the eggs into her mouth and hide away while she is incubating them. After 2-3 weeks the fry should be released and they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp or crushed flake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe expected life span for Nimbochromis fuscotaeniatus is 8-10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShort description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne male should be kept with several females in a tank that has plenty of rockwork for hiding places. Open swimming spaces should be left at the front of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"MAD Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712360427673,"sku":"11747923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/products\/fusco.jpg?v=1677273919"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/8574\/3513\/collections\/fish28.jpg?v=1627984080","url":"https:\/\/madaquariums.com.au\/collections\/fish\/african-cichlid.oembed?page=2","provider":"Modern Aquatic Design Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}