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.

Marble convict cichlid.

The convict cichlid amatitlania nigrofasciata is found throughout central america inhabiting a wide array of habitats. It will mostly be found in larger streams and rivers sheltering itself near rocks and sunken branches. The black convict cichlid archocentrus nigrofasciatus also known as the zebra cichlid is a freshwater fish native to the warm rivers of south america. Specifically whether or not the mutation that causes convicts to come out marbled i e.

This post concentrates on the marble gene for the convict cichlid. Amatitlania nigrofasciata common name. With 78 being perhaps ideal. 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.

Flake or pellet frozen and live food compatibility. The minimum tank size we would recommend for convict cichlids is around 25 gallons. Central america captive bred or wild. Convict cichlids are popular aquarium fish and have also been the subject of numerous studies on fish behaviour.

Black convicts live best from about 70 to 80 degrees f. Calico marble convict cichlid 1 inch free shipping. It is commonly found in streams and rivers but it is also known to live in ponds and lakes with thick plant cover. Premium fish food pellets is the best food for many cichlids to eat.

The convict cichlid amatitlania nigrofasciata is a fish species from the family cichlidae native to central america also known as the zebra cichlid. White convict parrot cichlid. Marble convict cichlids aquatic kingdom mississauga on aug 1 2013 mad cypress aquariums. Marble convict cichlid max size.

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