Will cichlids eat neon tetras?
You may be surprised to read that one of the world’s most popular community fish has appeared on this list when surely they are angelic? Not so, as these cichlids grow large, eat small fish like Neon tetras and become aggressive and territorial when breeding.
Can you mix different types of cichlids?
The answer is a simple Yes! However, you should be aware of their natural habitat. For instance, African Cichlids prefer slightly alkaline water and can be very aggressive. You should also avoid keeping similar species of Cichlids together because they may produce undesirable hybrids.
Can you keep neon tetra with Cichlids?
Tank Mates to Avoid Neon tetras are such small, peaceful little guys, they really can’t handle living with bully fish. Avoid any large and/or aggressive fish, like many cichlids.
Can you keep American and African cichlids together?
If a tank is big enough then more than one type of species could be kept together, but it will be risky. If you are keeping multiple species don’t mix African with South American. Smaller species are usually less aggressive, and if they are from the same area then they can tolerate the same conditions.
Can I put angelfish with cichlids?
Angelfish are a relatively peaceful species so they are best kept with species that have a similar temperament. Even small cichlids like rams, Krib’s cichlids and keyholes can cohabitate peacefully with angelfish.
How big does an auratus cichlid fish get?
Scientific name of this fish is Melanochromis auratus. This fish can grow up to 4 inches in size & live past 5 years with good care. Auratus Cichlids are highly aggressive, hence keeping them in a community tank of the same species or mixed African Community Tank requires understanding this fish behavior & requirements thoroughly.
Is the jewel cichlid a difficult fish to care for?
The Jewel Cichlid, in addition to being more colorful than the other types of the Cichlids species, have more pointed ventral, dorsal and anal fins than their counterparts. These species may be a little difficult to care for, especially when they are in an aquarium or a community tank as some of these fish have aggressive tendencies.
What should I do with my auratus cichlid?
Rockscape is the way to go for a Auratus Cichlid; these are rock dwelling fish hence called Mbuna which translates to rock fish. Sand can be used for tank bottom, this would also help cushioning the rocks, use the rocks in a way to create lot of hiding places, escape paths & caves.
Can a red-eyed tetra live in a cichlid tank?
When placed in the same tank with the African Cichlids the African Red-Eyed Tetra thrive the best in the same tank conditions thus making the two fish good tank mates. One of the most intriguing things about the African Red-Eyed Tetra is that they are not picky when taking their meals.
