Cichlids Fish for sale

63 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.

6 hours

Polar Blue Cichlids – Including Rare Long-Fin

£5

Cichlids14 weeks

Collection only W5, London Prices starting from £5 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

Denis K.

London, Greater London

12 hours

Complete set up with fish

£90

Cichlids3 weeks

Nice set up with lights, heater, air pump and external filter. Bogwood and other decs included too. Large jaguar cichlid, large Oscar and a Plec also included. Would sell the fish separately for £50

Louwab M.

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

1 day

Wild Oscar

£40

Cichlids3 months

Wild Oscar for sale Approx 8in Age - Unknown Collection Only from Burscough, Lancashire Message for more information

Jack H.

Ormskirk, Lancashire

1 day

Lots of cichlids

£50

Cichlids1 year

All of them for sale Comes with tank Not for sale individual first comes first served Plants not included

Freddie m.

Slough, Berkshire

1 day

Complete fish tank and contents

£300

Cichlids5 days

5ft tank with all accessories available including, filter, heater, rocks, caves and air pump. Everything you need to start the set up. Around 30 fish, mix of breeding yellow labs (some are currentl

Chloe M.

Woodbridge, Suffolk

3 days

Healthy Convict (Zebra) Cichlids for Sale!

£10

Cichlids7 months

Looking to add a hardy, active, and beautifully patterned fish to your aquarium? My Convict Cichlids, also known as Zebra Cichlids, are the perfect choice! 🐟 About the Fish: • Strong, healthy, and

Rain

Dunfermline, Fife

3 days

Convict cichlids for sale

£2

Cichlids2 days

I have around 40 convict cichlids juvenile and adult sized and new fry’s the pair I am keeping have breeder all of the school all the convicts are £2 each I have 1 beistelnose and 2 l size pleco pleco

Yusuf M.

London, Greater London

3 days

convict fish

£10

Cichlids9 months

10 reasonable sized convict fish, all healthy £10 each, ideal addition to any tropical fish tank NOT aggressive

Michael C.

Dunfermline, Fife

5 days

Fluval Roma 240 FULL SET UP

£250

Cichlids14 weeks

Fluval Roma 240, thick layer of gravel, all ornaments / rocks in pics, plastic plants etc. Includes lighting, external filter, heater, air pump/stones. Tank alone is six hundred pounds plus new. Bar

Cole M.

Wakefield, West Yorkshire

5 days

Red Tiger Oscar

£30

Cichlids5 days

with a heavy heart i’m in need of rehoming my oscar, absolutely stunning fish, please message me for more information, in need of a quick re homing.

keeley t.

Frinton-on-Sea, Essex

5 days

Large cichlids and catfish

£40

Cichlids11 weeks

Large tropical fish. Hi thinking to clear my 6ft out, making space for other fish projects, some require minimum 6x2x2 due to size. These will not go to just anyone iv put alot of time and money into

Andrew s.

Bristol, Bristol City

5 days

Breeding Pair of Large Cichlids - Proven & Active

£50

Cichlids1 year

Beautiful, healthy breeding pair of large cichlids. Not sure age but we’ve had them around 2 years and they’ve just had 5 hatches of fry this year. They’re excellent parents – very active and protect

Sophie S.

Norwich, Norfolk

6 days

Uaru

£10

Cichlids10 months

Common name: Uaru Cichlid Family: Cichlidae Origin: South America, Amazon River Basin Adult length: 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 inches) Lifespan: 10 to 15 years Tank Setup: Uaru Cichlids require a spaciou

Rare hybrid cichlids for sale

£3

Cichlids5 months

We have a batch of young South American hybrid cichlids to rehome. The father is a Honduran Red Point and the mother is a polar parrot (which is already a hybrid of parrot fish and convict cichlids).

Holly B.

Kettering, North Northamptonshire

1 week

Lake Malawi Mbuna African cichlids

£200

Cichlids36 years

Good selection of African Mbuna cichlids many sizes available supplied in batches of 10, all are extremely active fish and like human interaction 1-2 inches sub adult ************

Kie W.

Wolverhampton, West Midlands

1 week

Petrochromis Sp. Red Bulu Point: Very Rare F1 Wild

£85

Cichlids1 week

CeeJay's Rift Lake Cichlids Coming soon! We have recently acquired a group of, very rare, wild Red Bulu Point Tanganyikan cichlids. They have been caught from the remote area of bulu point in tanzan

Aaron R.

Skelmersdale, Lancashire

1 week

Dark Knight rams/Golden Lemon blue Eyes Pleco pair

£5

Cichlids14 weeks

20 Dark. Knight rams £5 each 20 Golden rams £5 each 1 Pair of Lemon Blue eyed Plecos 1 year old £50 🎉 SPECIAL OFFER 6 FOR £25 on Rams 🎉 They are around 3 cm long. Great quality fish much better qu

Jonathan A.

Cheadle, Greater Manchester

1 week

American Cichlids

£35

Cichlids9 weeks

Electric blue jack dempsy X1 Blue polar parrots x2 Still small size around 2 inch Price is for all of them, to go together

Olivia B.

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

1 week

2 Red Cichlids

£20

Cichlids3 months

🌟 Stunning Pair of Red Terror Cichlids (Festae) – Must See! 🌟 Up for sale is a beautiful, healthy pair of Red Terror Cichlids — truly one of the most striking and impressive cichlid species you can

Spencer M.

Heathfield, East Sussex

1 week

Polar parrots fish

£2

Cichlids4 months

Amazing baby polar parrots I have over 100 if any one would like any please get in touch only £2 each.

Sean H.

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

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FAQs

How aggressive are cichlids?

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.

How many cichlids should be kept together?

The recommended number of cichlids depends on species and tank size; overcrowding is often suggested for African cichlids as it diffuses aggression by making territorial defence difficult. For some species, multiple individuals in a sufficiently large aquarium help reduce aggression, but too few can cause intense territorial disputes. Large and aggressive cichlids generally require very large tanks to coexist peacefully, and tank setups should be tailored to the species to avoid conflict.

Are cichlids suitable as community fish?

Cichlids are usually not ideal for average community tanks due to their territorial and species-specific aggression. However, a few species can live in community setups if carefully selected, provided the aquarium is large with visual barriers and suitable tank mates of similar size and temperament. Aggression tends to be more severe toward conspecifics or similar-looking fish, so mixing distinctly different species can help reduce conflicts.

What size do cichlids grow to?

Cichlids vary widely in size depending on the species, ranging from small dwarf types just a few inches long to larger species like Oscars and peacock bass that can grow 10-12 inches or more. Tank size requirements vary accordingly, with larger cichlids needing ample space to thrive and establish territories.