Freshwater

Electric yellow cichlid (Labidochromis caeruleus)
This species is marked by its beautiful and bright yellow color and blackmarked
fins that make it resemble a thin lemon. This species is less aggressive
than most cichlids but can be difficult to find.
The tank setup is similar to the Kribensis, and it should be fed a diet that consists
of both vegetable and meat content such as bloodworms and brine
shrimp.
Blue johanni (Melanochromis johanni)
The male of this species has a beautiful, blue-colored body with slightly
darker fins and should be fed a diet that consists of vegetable products. The
aquarium conditions are similar to the kribensis.
American cichlids
Chapter 8: Finding Your Species
New World cichlids include species from Central America and South America.
A few species include oscars, Jack Dempseys, convicts, angelfish, firemouths,
and discus.
Keyhole (Aequidens maronii)
The keyhole cichlid is a pale, peaceful fish with a dark band running through
its eyes and a black keyhole-shaped spot on it side. This species usually only
reaches lengths of 3–5 inches in captivity and should be kept with other nonaggressive
fish such as barbs, danios, loaches, catfish, and gouramis.
The keyhole prefers a heavily planted tank and is an omnivorous bottomdweller.
Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)
The angelfish (Figure 8-8) is such a delicate-looking species; you can only
wonder how it can possibly be related to other cichlids. Angelfish have long
dorsal and anal fins they use for balance. They come in a wide variety of
colors and patterns, including marble, white, and striped. Angelfish are one
of the most beautiful and inspiring fish on earth. Just having one of these
marvelous creatures is enough to suck you into the aquarium hobby for a
lifetime.
A deep and long tank is best for this peaceful, carnivorous species, with a
water temperature of 78–82 degrees F. Feed them flake food and toss in some
brine shrimp for a treat. Angelfish are egglayers and are easily bred in the
home aquarium.
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