Fish

  • Featherfin Cichlid

    General information The Featherfin Cichlid, also known as the Forktail Cichlid, is a freshwater species that belongs to the family Cichlidae. They are endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa and are highly sought after by aquarium hobbyists due to their unique appearance. The Featherfin Cichlid has a distinct elongated body shape and can grow…

  • Emperor Cichlid

    General information Emperor Cichlid, also known as Giant Cichlid, is a large, predatory freshwater fish species native to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. They can grow up to 80 cm (31 in) in length and weigh up to 5 kg (11 lbs). Emperor Cichlids have an elongated, streamlined body with a silvery coloration that has…

  • Benthochromis tricoti

    General information Benthochromis tricoti is a freshwater fish species that is native to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. These fish are known for their elongated body shape, reaching up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, and their unique behavior. They are not commonly kept in aquariums due to their large size and specific water…

  • Saulosi Cichlid

    General information The 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…

  • Johanni Cichlid

    General information Johanni Cichlid has a deep and compressed body, which is mostly blue in coloration. The male fish have bright yellow to light blue horizontal stripes, while the female fish are silver-gray with fewer stripes. The fins of both male and female Johanni Cichlids are black or blue with white edges. These fish can…

  • Red Empress Cichlid

    General information The Red Empress Cichlid (Protomelas taeniolatus) is a freshwater species native to Lake Malawi in Africa. This fish has an elongated body and can grow up to 7-8 inches in length. The male fish is more colorful than the female, with vibrant red coloration on its body and fins, while the female is…

  • Kaligono Cichlids

    General information Kaligono Cichlid (Nimbochromis polystigma) is a freshwater species of cichlid native to Lake Malawi in East Africa. They are a relatively large species of cichlid, with males growing up to 30cm in length and females reaching up to 25cm. They have an elongated body with a large head and a pronounced hump on…

  • Livingstons Cichlid

    General information Livingstons Cichlid (Nimbochromis livingstonii) is a species of African cichlid fish that is native to Lake Malawi in East Africa. It is a large, colorful fish that is a popular choice for aquarium hobbyists. The fish is distinguished by its unique pattern and coloration, which can range from deep blue to bright yellow….

  • Fusco Cinchlid

    General information The Fusco Cichlid, scientific name Nimbochromis fuscotaeniatus, is a freshwater species native to Lake Malawi in East Africa. They are part of the family Cichlidae and are commonly kept in aquariums by fish enthusiasts. The Fusco Cichlid has a sleek, elongated body with a deep blue-black coloration and a distinct yellow stripe running…

  • Pearl of Likoma

    General information The Pearl of Likoma is a freshwater species of cichlid that is native to Lake Malawi in Africa. They are known for their striking blue and yellow coloration, which is especially vibrant in males. This species is relatively small, reaching a maximum size of around 3 inches (8 cm) in length.