Cichlid Fishes

Cichlids are rather deep-bodied and have one nostril (rather than the usual two) on each side of the head. The lateral line is discontinuous, and there are three or more anal spines. They generally have rounded tails and, though sizable for aquarium fishes, usually do not grow longer than about 30 cm (12 inches).

African Cichlids Tank Mates:

• Red Tail Shark.
• Giant Danios.
• Plecos.
• Leopard Bushfish.
• African Red-Eyed Tetra.
• Siamese Algae Eater.
• African Butterfly Cichlid.
• Clown Loach