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Cichlids Fish for sale in Whitchurch, Shropshire

16 Cichlids Fish for sale in Whitchurch, Shropshire

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 Breeding pair of Kribensis - Advert 1
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Breeding pair of Kribensis

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£4Price

Pair of breeding Kribensis. Both healthy and eating well. Would like gone as they are breeding constantly and do not have the facilities for all the fry

ManchesterGreater Manchester (42.3mi)
Cichlids fish Juwel 180 aquarium setup with cichlids  - Advert 2
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Juwel 180 aquarium setup with cichlids

Cichlids

10 monthsAge
£250Price

I have for sale a juwel 180 aquarium with pump/filter and heater etc. completely setup with an array of American cichlids. Namely Severums, geophagus and silver dollars. Selling due to moving house.

NewcastleStaffordshire (20.5mi)
Cichlids fish 3 severum fish - Advert 3
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3 severum fish

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£100Price

Hi, selling 3 large beautiful severum fish, orange one has laid eggs, the size 6 to 8 inches, collection from B27, price is for all 3 and must go together.

BirminghamWest Midlands (47mi)
Cichlids fish Yellow lab cichlids  - Advert 4
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Yellow lab cichlids

Cichlids

8 weeksAge
£5Price

AA yellow lab cichlids. Healthy young. We have about 70 available also blue polar fish for sale too.

OrmskirkLancashire (44mi)
Cichlids fish BLUE ZEBRA CICHLIDS  - Advert 5
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BLUE ZEBRA CICHLIDS

Cichlids

8 weeksAge
£4Price

Beautiful blue zebra cichlids ready to go feeding well and colouring up very well . Can do a deal if buying more than one

ManchesterGreater Manchester (42.3mi)
Cichlids fish African cichlids  - Advert 6
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African cichlids

Cichlids

3 monthsAge
£40Price

6 for £40... african cichlids for sale.. selling due to not having the room as mum keeps breeding... all colourful and eating well and calm.

Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent (22.8mi)
Cichlids fish Full malawi cichlid set up  - Advert 7
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Full malawi cichlid set up

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£450Price

Included is approx 30 malawi cichlids , 200l fluval tank with original Bluetooth control light , 1000l external filter , 800l internal filter , fluval heater plus all media within tank New baby and

ManchesterGreater Manchester (42.3mi)
Cichlids fish Custom Built Fish Tank Aquarium - Advert 8
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Custom Built Fish Tank Aquarium

Cichlids

5 monthsAge
£750Price

Ultra wide custom aquarium 750L (can even work for small stingrays) 157 x 78 x 62 LxWxH Double base 12mm glass Optiwhite front & Sides Steel frame zinc and powder coated Black gloss cladding

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WolverhamptonWest Midlands (34.8mi)
Cichlids fish 4 blood parrots cichlids  - Advert 9
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4 blood parrots cichlids

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£20Price

One of the fish is a marble blood parrot, all young blood parrots, all 3 for £50 or £20 each Funny quirky characters bargain

ChorleyLancashire (49.4mi)
Cichlids fish Electric Blue Acara for sale - Advert 10
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Electric Blue Acara for sale

Cichlids

3 monthsAge
£5Price

Electric Blue Acara cichlids for sale. Various sizes from ~3months to 6 months old. £5 - £15 depending on size. (1" - 4") Collection from Skelmersdale. The Blue Acara (Andinoacara pulcher) is a popul

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SkelmersdaleLancashire (42.2mi)
Cichlids fish Golden high back arrowana  - Advert 11
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Golden high back arrowana

Cichlids

3 yearsAge
£500Price

Hi am selling my 20 inch f2 super high back golden arrowana Excellent quality Eats well Import papers Chip number certificate I can scan fish to confirm the fish identity upon sale

RuncornHalton (27.8mi)
Cichlids fish Thai imports Crystal parrot & srt (Cheshire) - Advert 12
141

Thai imports Crystal parrot & srt (Cheshire)

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£100Price

Stunning fish all for sale crystal parrots super red Texas, veija syn, all thriving & healthy TikTok.com/@siamfinfishy

KnutsfordCheshire East (28.8mi)
Cichlids fish Nicaraguan cichlid  - Advert 13
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Nicaraguan cichlid

Cichlids

11 weeksAge
£5Price

£5 each or 3 for £10 Theses are my favourite fish I’ve ever own such beautiful colours they can grow large Female 6/7inch male 8/9 inch Calm community fish Parents are in the pictures Baby’s will

LeekStaffordshire (31.3mi)
Cichlids fish Electric blue acara - Advert 14
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Electric blue acara

Cichlids

4 monthsAge
£5Price

Stunning EBA The first pic is of parents second pic is there baby’s that’s for sale Not the parents Nice calm fish Collection leek Staffordshire £5 each

LeekStaffordshire (31.3mi)
Cichlids fish Parrot cichlids  - Advert 15
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Parrot cichlids

Cichlids

1 yearAge
£40Price

Large sub adult Parrot cichlid perfect health never had any problems gets along well with other fish and the perfect addition to your tank

OldburyWest Midlands (42.1mi)
Cichlids fish Platinum polar parrot babies and true blues  - Advert 16
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Platinum polar parrot babies and true blues

Cichlids

6 monthsAge
£5Price

The parents are not for sale. I have included them in the pictures so you can see what the babies will look like. They are roughly 5p -10p in size now. We are unable to sex them L30 for collection

BootleMerseyside (36.6mi)

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.