10 Most Beautiful Cichlids for Aquarium

10 Most Beautiful Cichlids for Aquarium There are countless varieties of cichlid fish found around the world. Most of the cichlids are African. But you can also find them in places like Madagascar, Southern Asia and South America. Cichlids are very popular in aquarium trade because of their incredible personality and color variations. If you are thinking of adding a cichlid or two in your tank, here is the list of Top 10 Most Beautiful Cichlid Fish for your aquarium. Discus Fish: Popularly known as “The King of the Aquarium“ these fish are known for their spectacular colors and circular shape. The Discus can change its colors slightly with change in environment. It is native to Amazon river in South America. Though it is challenging to keep a discus, it has a different fanbase among aquarists around the world. Texas Cichlid: Texas Cichlids are the only cichlid species native to United States. They are found throughout lakes and rivers in Southern Texas and northern Mexico. These fish add tons of color to aquariums. Texas cichlid is a warm water fish and cannot tolerate temperatures below 9 degrees C. Their iridescent scales shimmer in the light, creating a captivating show around the clock. Angelfish: Angelfish are one of the most popular freshwater fish in aquarium hobby. They are native to South America. They exhibit a laterally compressed body structure. Unlike most cichlids, these fish are fairly peaceful. In the wild, they are found exclusively in quiet, slow moving waters. Jewel Cichlids: As their name suggests, jewel cichlids are strikingly beautiful. This fish is a river and lake dwelling fish from West Africa. The water they inhabit have muddy bottoms and are rich with floating vegetation. Jewels are highly territorial and will actively defend an area they have selected as their own. They are quite hardy and can tolerate a range of water conditions. Peacock Cichlid: Peacock cichlids come from lake Malawi, Africa. In the wild, it lives near rocky areas and caves. There are over 20 types of peacock cichlids. An active, skillful swimmer, the peacock is ever on the lookout for potential prey. Combine their beauty with their relatively docile behavior, it is hard to resist adding them to your tank. Green Terror Cichlid: Originally from calm tropical river basins in Peru and Ecuador, these fish are revered for their impressive appearance. Their inquisitive nature makes them a joy to watch. Green Terror Cichlids will spend their days exploring every part of the tank. Blood Parrot Cichlid: These fish are not found in the wild. They are a hybrid fish species first created in Taiwan, around mouth of the fish is quite interesting. Many aquarists compare the shape of the mouth to that of a bird’s beak. But the small mouth is considered a deformity by many aquarists, that makes this hybrid fish controversial. Oscars: These gentle giants scour the basin of Amazon river in South America. Oscars are big, colorful and full of personality. They are labeled as being aggressive due to their appetite which makes them eat almost everything in sight. Oscars are more intelligent than the average aquarium fish and they recognize the person that feeds them. Flowerhorns: Flowerhorns are noted for their distinctly shaped heads. These fish are manmade and are not found in the wild. This fish is extremely interactive with humans, but is quite aggressive towards other fishes. Jaguar Cichlid: These are large fish with a distinct profile made for hunting. Jaguar cichlids are fierce predators that have no problem hunting down elusive creatures in the wild. It can be found throughout freshwater bodies of water in Honduras and Costa Rica. Locals often refer to them as Guapote Tigre. Its spotted coloration, hunting prowess and fierce personality all justifies its name. You can also watch our video “ 10 Most Colorful Freshwater Fish“ Music: Please subscribe to CRAZY CUBE