Cichlid Fish

Pseudotropheus demasoni is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is only known from the Pombo Rocks in Tanzanian waters. This species can potentially reach a maximum length of 10 centimetres SL. It is now commonly found in the aquarium trade.

Demasoni cichlids are one of the most common freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. These eye-catching fish are relatively easy to care for and make a great addition to any tank. They are known for their striking blue and yellow coloring and small size. Demasoni cichlids are relatively peaceful fish.

Demasoni cichlids are omnivores and prefer a diet of both meat and vegetable foods. They are best kept in groups of 10 or more, which helps reduce aggression and keeps them more active. These fish are also very active and love to swim, so they need plenty of room to move around in the tank.

Be one of the few to own a colony of these beautiful bright cichlids. These are not very common cichlids to see in this trade. Yes, they really get this red, the photo has not been enhanced. The Strawberry Peacock Cichlid originates from the Southern part of Lake Malawi and is a semi-aggressive omnivore. Provide about 3 to 5 females to every male in this species. The females have less color than males, as do all peaacocks. Females will hold eggs in her mouth (mouth-brood) for about 8-12 days. Their aquarium should be well-aquascaped with plenty of rocks to provide breeding grounds, hiding places, and to create territories. This species is simple to keep, and breed, but appropriate levels of salt and trace elements should be added to the aquarium to promote proper health.

The Electric Blue Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata "Electric Blue"), also known as the Powder Blue Jack Dempsey, is an almost unbelievably bright blue color variant of its species. For a time, it was believed to possibly be a hybrid of the Jack Dempsey Cichlid and another New World cichlid species, but the current general consensus is that it is a natural color mutation that was isolated and developed within the original species. This variant is relatively new to the hobby, but it has now been selectively cultivated long enough to produce much healthier, consistent offspring than those that existed in the early years of development. The Electric Blue Jack Dempsey is typically more docile and attains a smaller size than "wild color" individuals of the species.

The Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlid will thrive in an aquarium with a sandy substrate and plenty of refuge such as clay pots, driftwood, and rock formations. It typically will not eat ornamental plants, but it does like to do a fair amount of digging, so plants that attach to driftwood and rockwork are recommended. As mentioned before, this color variant is typically not nearly as aggressive as the typical "wild color" Jack Dempsey, so it is often compatible with other peaceful and semi-aggressive fish too large to be considered prey. Territoriality is typically at its peak during spawning. Dwarf shrimp and other small, delicate invertebrates should not be kept with the Electric Blue Jack Dempsey Cichlid. This fish can attain a considerable size of up to 8 inches (20 cm), so most ornamental invertebrates will eventually be considered prey. If spawning is desired, tankmates of other species should be kept to a minimum or avoided altogether.

The electric yellow cichlid is a popular freshwater aquarium fish. It is a naturally occurring variant of Labidochromis caeruleus endemic to the central western coastal region of Nkhata Bay in Lake Malawi in East Africa. It is the most popular African cichlid amongst aquarium hobbyists. These fish are mouthbrooders; the female lays her eggs on the surface of rocks and then scoops them into her mouth where they brood for 18 days before being released

The Eureka Red Jake Peacock Cichlid is another Aulonocara species of cichlids. The males of the species feature a beautiful metallic blue face that extends to the tail, contrasted with splashes of metallic red along their back and behind the gills.  They are a striking and distinctive species that makes a beautiful addition to a home aquarium.

Eureka Red Jake Peacocks are less aggressive than other cichlids so they can be paired peacefully with other peacock cichlids. Be wary of dominant males and consider only one male in the tank at a time. These fish pair with the German Red Peacock and Blue Neon Peacock fine.

This hybrid is derived from the Otter Point Peacock. Males have a light blue colored face with the same blue running from their pectoral fins to their tail.  Their red color develops on the top part of their body, going midway up their dorsal fin.

• Adult Size:  6-7"
• Temperament:  Mildly aggressive. Displays conspecific aggression.
• Compatibility:  Keep with other Peacocks and Haps of a similar size. Avoid keeping with Mbunas.
• Suggested Diet:  SRC Hi-Intensity color food to promote color development.

Flagtail Prochilodus (Semaprochilodus taeniurus)

Origin: Wild Colombia
Diet: Omnivore and algae/biofilm grazer
Adult Size: 12″
Recommended Tank Size: 100 gallons
Compatibility: Fairly peaceful, but may nip at certain fish.  A good dither for large cichlids or predators.

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.5 – 7.2
Temp:                     76-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                    0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm

Our Peacock are about of 4" - 5". Nimbochromis fuscotaeniatus are found in the southern and western parts of lake Malawi. They are predatory fish and will eat anything that can fit in their mouths. Their primary targets are juvenile mbuna. Like other Nimbochromis species, they should not be kept with small cichlids as they are piscivorous by nature. 

According to wiki, The german  ram cichlid, Mikrogeophagus ramirezi, is a species of freshwater fish endemic to the Orinoco basin, in the savannahs of venezuela and Colombia in South America. The species has been examined in studies on fish behaviour and is a popular aquarium fish, traded under a variety of  common name including ram, blue ram, German blue ram, Asian ram, butterfly cichlid, Ramirez's dwarf cichlid, dwarf butterfly cichlid and Ramirezi.The species is a member of the family Cichlidae and subfamily Geophaginae. The Electric Blue Balloon Ram is prized for its winning personality despite its fierce appearance. With its spiked dorsal fin, low-slung pectoral fins, Mikrogeophagus ramirezi appears to be an aquarium bulldog. However, this member of the Cichlidae family is actually one of the more social and peaceful freshwater fish. In fact, most Rams will actively swim with equally non-aggressive members of your community aquarium and are known to faithfully pair with just one other mate. The Electric Blue Balloon Ram is known for its beautiful electric blue coloration

Golden base Flowerhorn are known for their perfect fins wide fantails perfect shape stunning colors and massive size with golden base. Flowerhorn grow upwards of 12" and are very aggressive have massive grooming potential and require minimum of 55 gallon tank to grow to max potential.

​An absolute must for every serious flowerhorn hobbyist !!!

• Aquarist Experience Level: Beginner
• Size of fish - inches: 12 inches 
• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gal (208 L)
• Temperament: Large Aggressive - Predatory
• Aquarium Hardiness: Very Hardy
• Temperature: 80.0 to 89.0° F (26.7 to 31.7° C)

The Auratus Cichlid Melanochromis auratus has a gorgeous golden coloring with stripes of black and blue. However the males and females have opposite coloring. Females and juveniles are yellow with stripes of black and white on the part of the body. Males are just the reverse, having a black or dark brown body with the stripes being light blue or yellow.

The Hap Compressiceps, also referred to as the Malawi Eye-biter, is endemic throughout Lake Malawi in shallow waters around submerged vegetation. The majority of specimens within the aquarium trade are now commercially produced, however; it is rare to encounter wild imported Hap Compressiceps for sale. Though this fish is readily referred to as a Hap, which is short for Haplochromis, the Hap Compressiceps is actually classified within the genus Dimidiochromis. 

KAMFA FLOWERHORNS are known for their perfect fins wide fantails perfect shape stunning colors and massive size with golden base. Flowerhorn grow upwards of 12" and are very aggressive have massive grooming potential and require minimum of 55 gallon tank to grow to max potential.

​An absolute must for every serious flowerhorn hobbyist !!!

• Aquarist Experience Level: Beginner
• Size of fish - inches: 12 inches 
• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gal (208 L)
• Temperament: Large Aggressive - Predatory
• Aquarium Hardiness: Very Hardy
• Temperature: 80.0 to 89.0° F (26.7 to 31.7° C)

With distinctive golden coloration and a much smaller adult size than other peacock bass of the genus Cichla, the Kelberi is among the most popular of these large predatory cichlids in the aquarium hobby. Originating from the rivers of Southeastern Brazil (including the Tocantins), these fish are popular food and sport fish in their native range. The so-called ‘Spider’ variant is a selectively bred color form developed in Asia which can be distinguished by their intricate, spiderweb-like pattern of spots and lines as adults. Like all peacock bass, Cichla kelberi requires a very large aquarium and should only be kept by experienced hobbyists. They are powerful predators, and will eat any fish that can fit in their large mouths, so tankmates should be chosen with care.