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6 things to know about South and Central American cichlids
Experience Level: Intermediate
Breeds: Popular South and Central American cichlids include Oscar, Firemouth, Jack Dempsey, Blue Ram, Convict, Blood Parrot, Midas, Angelfish and Texas cichlidsSize: They grow up to 3-10 inches (7-25 cm) long
Lifespan: South and Central American cichlids live for 10-20 years depending on the species
Habitat: They are best housed in a cichlid-only aquarium as they may eat fish small enough to fit into their mouths
Behavior: They are often territorial and may become aggressive when trying to breed
How do I set up my South and Central American cichlid's home?
The minimum size of your aquarium depends on how many cichlids you have and how big they will be as adults. Cichlids of 6 inches (15 cm) or less need at least a 20-gallon tank. Cichlids up to 8 inches (20 cm) long need at least a 29-gallon tank.
If you plan to have multiple cichlids, follow this formula to determine whether the tank should be even larger. The aquarium should have two gallons of water for every inch of fully-grown fish.
Place the tank near a power source in a low-traffic area, away from direct sunlight and drafts.
Water weighs 8 pounds per gallon. Pick a very sturdy, stable base for your aquarium, then fill the tank with water.
Set up the aquarium at least one day before you add any fish.
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What do I put in my South and Central American Cichlids tank?
If you will be using an under-gravel filter, add it first.
Layer about 2 to 3 inches (5-8 cm) of gravel on the bottom of the tank (that works out to 1½ pounds of gravel per gallon of water). Rinse the gravel before putting it in the aquarium.
Fill the tank about halfway up with dechlorinated water.
Add the thermometer and other necessary equipment.
Time to decorate! Add plants, rocks and fish décor. Because cichlids are territorial, provide enough furniture that each fish can establish its own turf. Cichlids also like to hide, so put several cave structures in the tank. Rinse all décor before adding it to the tank.
Finish by filling the tank the rest of the way with water and cover with an illuminated hood.
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Filtration
An aquarium filter should be able to process all of the water in the tank 3 to 5 times an hour. For example, the filter in a 20-gallon tank would need to push through at least 60 gallons of water each hour. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for choosing and setting up the filter.
Heat and light
Check the temperature your South and Central American Cichlids will need before you bring them home. Tropical fish need warm water that's between 74 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Choose an aquarium heater with 5 watts of power for each gallon of water in the aquarium. A large aquarium may need a heater at each end.
Wait 15 minutes after filling the tank before turning on the heater.
Place the heater close enough to the filter to distribute the warmed water.
Run the tank's filter and the tank's hood light for 24 hours, then check the water temperature and adjust the heater if necessary.
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Adding South and Central American cichlids to your aquarium
Bring your cichlids home right away after you buy them.
Place them in your aquarium - inside their bag - for 15 minutes so they can get used to the new water temperature.
Next, use a net to transfer the cichlids into your aquarium. Try not to bring too much of their old water with them.
Add only one to three cichlids at a time to make sure the bioload added to the aquarium can be handled by the beneficial bacteria in the filter.
Add beneficial bacteria supplements to the water to promote biological waste breakdown when adding fish.
The chemical balance in your aquarium will change with every new fish you introduce, so check the water's pH, ammonia, nitrite levels regularly.
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