Convict Cichlids Live Up To Their Name
Convict cichlids are a type of fish belonging to the family cichlidae. Convict cichlids are native to Central America. Being distant cousins of the piranhas, these cichlids live up to their name. As a result of their behavior, these cichlids have been subject to various studies dealing with fish behaviors. Convict cichlids are aggressive especially when it comes to protecting their fry.
Because of their attitude, these cichlids are better kept in aquariums with other fish that have the same habit as themselves. Better yet, it is even more preferable if you can keep convict cichlids on their own. If you have an aquarium that has a peaceful environment, do not expect to retain the same peaceful community once you introduce convict cichlids into the aquarium. They have been known to pick fights even with fish that are twice their size.
Convict cichlids are omnivores by nature. They will eat most anything you feed them. But, as with humans, a balanced diet would be ideal to keep these cichlids healthy. A balanced diet could contain pellets, flakes, blood worms and brine shrimp.
For first time cichlid breeders, convict cichlids are the ideal choice. These cichlids are fast breeders and do not make a fuss when it comes to choosing their partners for breeding. They are also very territorial and aggressive when it comes to protecting their fry. Convict cichlids make great parents. They breed fast and have very large broods so be careful what you wish for when you breed convict cichlids.
To summarize, convict cichlids are fun and enjoyable to watch. Their attitude, although, not as calm as other fish is still quite interesting. They are also easy to raise and for those who would love to try their hands on breeding cichlids, convict cichlids are a dream choice.