What kind of fish are convicts?
The convict cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata) is a popular, freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae native to Central America. It is also called black convict cichlid or zebra cichlid which is derived from the fish appearance. This fish is incredibly hardy and easy to care for hence ideal for beginner fish keepers.
Are convicts aggressive fish?
The Convict Cichlid is a very aggressive, hardy fish and communicates this. They are very territorial and will bite, push, attack or move their fins around other fish.
Do convict fish eat their babies?
(As a note, your Convict Cichlid pair may eat their babies the first few spawns. They are new parents and are still trying to figure everything out, this is normal.)
Do convict fish eat other fish?
In the wild these fish are omnivores. They will eat absolutely anything that they can fit in their mouths. Convicts snack on smaller fish, crustaceans, insects and algae. In the aquarium Convict Cichlid will eat anything that you give them.
Are convict cichlids Livebearers?
Convict cichlids are a biparental species, which means that both parents care for the eggs and fry after spawning. Though it is typically the female who guards and fans the eggs, both parents will be active in raising the fry.
When should I remove convict fry?
If you are able to determine that your cichlids do not typically care for their young it is best to remove the adults from the tank as soon as spawning is complete. When your cichlid fry are first hatched they will not require much space – they will simply need a safe environment in which to spend their first days.
Do convict cichlids have teeth?
Like all cichlids, the convict has well developed teeth located in its throat. The regular teeth are found in its mouth too. At the back of their pelvic, dorsal, anal and pectoral fins, are spiny rays that help keep predators at bay.
How often do convict fish have babies?
In contrast, females in aquaria are known to breed many times per year with short intervals of 12 or 13 days between broods, as long as suitable rocks or similar surfaces are available for them to lay their eggs on.
Can you put Convicts with African cichlids?
They should be given a mixture of presoaked carnivore pellets and live prey like worms and feeder guppies. And as Central American Cichlids they are plenty aggressive and will fight with Convicts if kept in too small of an aquarium.
What fish can get along with convicts?
Green Terrors
What kind of fish can convict fish be kept with?
Overall, good convict cichlid tankmates include: Green Terrors Pictus Catfish Giant Danio Jewel Cichlid Firemouth Cichlid Large Barbs Blue Acara Plecostomus
What are Some dither fish for a convict cichlid?
Ideal tank mates for convict cichlids are robust fish of a similar size. fast-moving fish like Giant Danios may also be used as dither fish. Also remember, if you have a 40-gallon or smaller breeding pair of convicts you will most likely be unable to keep the convicts with any mates of the tank.
What other species can a cichlid live with?
African cichlids encompass the largest genus of the cichlid family, with well over 100 species. Male and female African cichlids will live well together in the same tank; they’ll do well also with other territorial fish such as green spotted puffers and Leopard ctenopomas. Catfish also make ideal tank mates and will aid in keeping your tank clean.