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Large Cichlids Fish for sale

Cichlids, also known as the vibrant and diverse family of freshwater fish, originate primarily from the African Great Lakes, such as Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika. These lakes are home to famous groups like the Mbuna and Peacock cichlids. Physically, cichlids vary significantly, ranging from small, colourful fish to larger species with striking patterns. They possess unique pharyngeal jaws that allow them to consume a wide variety of foods, which contributes to their adaptability. Temperamentally, many cichlids are known for their intelligence and complex behaviours, including notable parental care and territorial aggression. This makes them fascinating yet sometimes challenging aquarium inhabitants. The suitability of cichlids for aquarists depends on tank size and careful management of tank mates, especially due to their sometimes aggressive nature. Popular in the UK aquarium market, searches for terms like “malawi cichlids for sale,” “african cichlids for sale near me,” and “mbuna cichlids for sale” reflect interest in these remarkable fish. Proper care involves maintaining suitable water parameters and providing ample hiding spots to mimic their natural rocky habitats. Overall, cichlids bring vibrant colour and dynamic behaviour to freshwater tanks, making them highly sought after by enthusiasts.

Cichlids fish Red Terror cichlid 20cm - Advert 1
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Red Terror cichlid 20cm

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£50Price

🚨 STUNNING RED TERROR CICHLID FOR SALE (20-25cm) 🚨Looking for a spectacular, high-quality showpiece fish for your predatory setup? Species: Red Terror Cichlid Size: Massive 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) C

StainesSurrey
Cichlids fish 2 x large parrot fish  - Advert 2
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2 x large parrot fish

Cichlids

2 yearsAge
£50Price

2 large tropical parrot fish 1 is 7 inch 1 is 6 inch Colection from Eastbourne BN21 🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠🐠

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EastbourneEast Sussex
Cichlids fish FULL SETUP WITH FISH  - Advert 3
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FULL SETUP WITH FISH

Cichlids

4 monthsAge
£375Price

Included: Tank with stand External Fluval filter, only 6 months old Light (controlled with remote or phone app, can set at any colour and brightness etc) Heater Air pumps Auto feeder Mu

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BridgendBridgend County Borough
5.0
Cichlids fish Happy, Loved Oscar Fish and Friends  - Advert 4
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Happy, Loved Oscar Fish and Friends

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£50Price

Large and lovely Oscar fish, all happy and healthy looking for a new home. Lemon £90 Red £60 Tiger £50 Rare bumblebee £140 Currently live very well together with a blue Acara, Red tail shark & a

YateleyHampshire
Cichlids fish Juwel 125 with cichlids  - Advert 5
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Juwel 125 with cichlids

Cichlids

25 yearsAge
£180Price

With fish jewel , firemouth, convicts 2 catfish juwel 125 complete set up stone fine gravel ocean rock lava rock large cave bog wood have fake plants and food and other accessories comes with exter

LowestoftSuffolk
Cichlids fish Large Oscar cichlid - Advert 6
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Large Oscar cichlid

Cichlids

4 yearsAge
£40Price

We have had him/her for a few year and he has grown to the size of 25-30cm! We are very sad to have to sell it but it is in poor relations with one of the other fish.

SouthportMerseyside
Cichlids fish Fish tank and fish - Advert 7
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Fish tank and fish

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£200Price

braking down my over 300l tank fish plants large pump fluval 407 fish breeding Kribensis mixture of ages about 30 and a mix of corys. can sell as job lot or separately lampeter 200 the lot

LlandeiloCarmarthenshire
Cichlids fish Full Large Fish Tank Set Up - Advert 8
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Full Large Fish Tank Set Up

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£450Price

Tank, lighting, solid wood cabinet, filtration system, air pump and all stock included. Mostly mature Cichlids, their babies and a cat fish. Sensible offers considered

FerndownDorset

FAQs

Cichlids are generally quite aggressive, primarily exhibiting territorial aggression especially during breeding or when defending resources. Their aggression is mostly directed towards members of the same species or perceived competitors rather than random tankmates. While some large piscivore cichlids can be mild-tempered due to not needing to defend fixed territories, smaller or breeding cichlids tend to be more territorial. Aggression can manifest through ramming, fin damage, and scale loss, which may lead to infections if not managed.