With 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.
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61Red 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
Staines, Surrey
6Cichlids for sale
Cichlids
10 monthsAge
£35Price
I’ve recently bought a fish tank complete with fish. There is around 15 maybe more fish . They are ciclids not sure what type . I want to restart the tank with just community fish . Selling all togthe
Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire
71300L Aquarium + Cabinet, 2 Filters, Lights & Fish
Cichlids
4 yearsAge
£350Price
Selling a complete 300-liter aquarium setup. Perfect for someone looking for a ready-to-go tank! What’s included: 300L Tank & Cabinet – In average condition (has some signs of use, was wood but pain
Hyde, Greater Manchester
82Healthy home‑bred Kribensis
Cichlids
2000 yearsAge
£3Price
I have 17 Kribensis in total, including a trusted, proven breeding pair and their youngsters. Stock: Around 15 fry/juniors, various sizes from approx. 2–6 cm 1 adult breeding pair (male female)
Stourbridge, West Midlands
151Polar Blue Parrot: Including Long-Fin and Platinum
Cichlids
9 monthsAge
£7Price
Collection only W5, London Prices starting from £7 for regular polars. Get in touch for more info! Add vibrant colour and strong genetics to your aquarium with these Polar Blue Cichlids (a hybrid s
London, Greater London
72Platinum parrot x convict fish breeding pairs
Cichlids
1 yearAge
£20Price
I have 4 x platinum parrot fish and 2 x convicts which have all paired off i have 2 pairs of 1x convict 1x polar parrot and one pair of just polar, these are available for sale as im wanting to take a
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Accrington, Lancashire
141Electric Blue Acara for sale
Cichlids
7 monthsAge
£5Price
Electric Blue Acara cichlids for sale. Various sizes from ~3months to 6 months old. £5 - young 2/3 months 1-1.5" £10 - Juveniles 4/6 months 2-3" £15 - Adult 12mnths 4" Collection from Skelmersdale. W
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Skelmersdale, Lancashire
1FULL 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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Bridgend, Bridgend County Borough5.0
61Cichlids
Cichlids
5 monthsAge
£6Price
Baby cichlids for sale, seen with the older bigger fish but only babies for sale. Well looked after and thriving in our 700L tank currently.. there is between 30/40 babies ready too go now. £6 per fi
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West and Chester
9Happy, 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
Yateley, Hampshire
41Zhen zhu thick pearl flowerhorn
Cichlids
7 monthsAge
£100Price
This is buck hes a zhen zhu thick pearl flowerhorn apox 1.5 years old and currently at 6inch this guy is a funny character will interact with anyone that gose nere the tank and he loves it he will do
Lowestoft, Suffolk
4Breeding pair of kribensis
Cichlids
1 yearAge
£15Price
I have a breeding pair of kribensis that need re-homing due to me downsizing my tank, both are healthy and last school of babies were 3weeks ago ready to go to new home now can also give you some babi
Sutton, Greater London
3Parrot fish
Cichlids
2 yearsAge
£5Price
For sale or trade what have you got ? A Lovely healthy parrot fish , Blood parrots are hardy and may be housed singly, in schools, or with complementary species .
Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
11Juwel 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
Lowestoft, Suffolk
9Mixed fish species, Tank with Stand
Cichlids
2 yearsAge
£250Price
I have a full set up fish tank with stand 120cms x 50cms x 50cms which includes heat/stat, light, assorted plants, gravel, rocks, hides, and fish as listed below. 3 Siamese Algae Eaters 2 Gold Barbs 2
Leeds, West Yorkshire
61Large 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.
Southport, Merseyside
12Whole setup for sale
Cichlids
1 yearAge
£500Price
6ft tank 6x1x1 the cabinet is 6x2x2 comes with all fish media and everything loads of fish one oleco is worth about £100 juet on its own well iver 2k worth of fish and equipment here if your looking t
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2Megasema Geophagus
Cichlids
8 monthsAge
£10Price
I’m selling this Megasema Geophagus that I ordered this from SwellUK a few months ago, he is healthy and well fed He’s currently in a community tank with other fish but is a bit aggressive to goldfis
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
92 polar blue cichlids
Cichlids
5 monthsAge
£20Price
2 polar blue cichlids looking for new waters, they are bonded so need to go together, great with all fish, big or small never had any issues, £20 for both ONO collection only OX2 9sp
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2Geophagus Red Head Tajapos
Cichlids
2 yearsAge
£180Price
I am selling my two pairs of adult geophagus red head tajapos. 2 females, 2 males both have spawned monthly with photos of the babies on advert. Proven breeders. Any questions please do get in touch
Tipton, West Midlands
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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.
