Golden Auratus Cichlid
African cichlids are a category of cichlids that inhabit three African lakes: Lake Malawi, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Victoria.
These natural habitats have warm, clear waters, sandy substrates, lots of vegetation, and a high density of freshwater fish. Most African cichlids live in the shallows of their habitats, where they scavenge for food in the sand.
Adult Size & Lifespan
Fully-grown African cichlids reach 2 to 12 inches long, depending on the type of African cichlid. The longest African cichlids are big mouth haps, which grow up to 12 inches
| Common names: | African cichlid |
| Distribution: | East Africa |
| Size: | 2–12 inches |
| Life expectancy: | 6–10 years |
| Color: | Various colors including blue, yellow, pink, green, red, and purple, with spots or stripes |
| Diet: | Carnivore |
| Temperament: | Aggressive |
| Minimum tank size: | 30 gallons |
| Temperature: | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| pH: | 7.8–8.6 |
| Hardness: | 12–30 dGH |
| Care level: | Moderate |
| Breeding: |
Egg layer or mouthbrooder, depending on the type of African cichlid |
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Description
African cichlids are a category of cichlids that inhabit three African lakes: Lake Malawi, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Victoria.
These natural habitats have warm, clear waters, sandy substrates, lots of vegetation, and a high density of freshwater fish. Most African cichlids live in the shallows of their habitats, where they scavenge for food in the sand.
Adult Size & Lifespan
Fully-grown African cichlids reach 2 to 12 inches long, depending on the type of African cichlid. The longest African cichlids are big mouth haps, which grow up to 12 inches
| Common names: | African cichlid |
| Distribution: | East Africa |
| Size: | 2–12 inches |
| Life expectancy: | 6–10 years |
| Color: | Various colors including blue, yellow, pink, green, red, and purple, with spots or stripes |
| Diet: | Carnivore |
| Temperament: | Aggressive |
| Minimum tank size: | 30 gallons |
| Temperature: | 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| pH: | 7.8–8.6 |
| Hardness: | 12–30 dGH |
| Care level: | Moderate |
| Breeding: |
Egg layer or mouthbrooder, depending on the type of African cichlid |
