Marble Convict Cichlid

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Marble convict cichlid. Pink with splatters of black on them rather than completely colourless pink or black striped wild type is on the same gene locus as pink black or in a different spot altogether. Convict cichlids are popular aquarium fish and have also been the subject of numerous studies on fish behaviour. Calico marble convict cichlid 1 inch free shipping. Aggressive region of origin.

It is commonly found in streams and rivers but it is also known to live in ponds and lakes with thick plant cover. It will mostly be found in larger streams and rivers sheltering itself near rocks and sunken branches. Perfect for beginner aquarists the convict cichlid is a relatively small fish that will grow up to around 6 inches in length for males and around 4 inches in length for females. Click here to learn about aquarium temperature aquarium thermometers and aquarium heaters.

The black convict cichlid archocentrus nigrofasciatus also known as the zebra cichlid is a freshwater fish native to the warm rivers of south america. Flake or pellet frozen and live food compatibility. Marble convict cichlid max size. Alone in pairs or with s.

Central america captive bred or wild. Black convicts live best from about 70 to 80 degrees f. Marble convict cichlids aquatic kingdom mississauga on aug 1 2013 mad cypress aquariums. The convict cichlid amatitlania nigrofasciata is a fish species from the family cichlidae native to central america also known as the zebra cichlid.

Pink convict cichlids or black convict cichlids. With 78 being perhaps ideal. Convict cichlids zebra type 10 fish at 3 inches plus mixed sex doa s included. Specifically whether or not the mutation that causes convicts to come out marbled i e.

The convict cichlid amatitlania nigrofasciata is found throughout central america inhabiting a wide array of habitats. This post concentrates on the marble gene for the convict cichlid. Amatitlania nigrofasciata common name.