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It gets to be rather large, reaching almost 10 inches (25.4 cm) in length. Its overall coloring is a beautiful blue with various amounts of black markings depending upon where each individual comes from. The body is compact and elongated with a rather elongated snout, and with age it develops a large bump on its head. The gorgeous color and interesting shape make this a wonderful show specimen for a large cichlid aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether its a male or a female, this cichlid develops a pronounced hump on its head as it matures. Tthis cranial hump is situated at the front of its body and just above and behind its cute pointy snout. These distinctive features make it look much like a dolphin, though much smaller. It has become commonly known as the Blue Dolphin Cichlid, Malawi Blue Dolphin, Hump-head, Blue Lumphead, Hap moorii, and Humphead Mouthbrooder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/animal-world.com\/encyclo\/fresh\/cichlid\/bluemoorii.php\"\u003ehttp:\/\/animal-world.com\/encyclo\/fresh\/cichlid\/bluemoorii.php\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"6\" MALE","offer_id":23073208860753,"sku":"CAM1712XL","price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1558913101278.jpg?v=1602139505"},{"product_id":"lethrinops-albus","title":"LETHRINOPS ALBUS *KANDE ISLAND* F1","description":"A Beautiful Lethrinops located around Kande Island, tons of eggspots, a red hue over a yellow base really makes this fish pop in a species only group. 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It is very aggressive towards conspecifics and only a single pair should be kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/neolamprologus-tretocephalus\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/neolamprologus-tretocephalus\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"2\"","offer_id":23073221312593,"sku":"CAT1892S","price":16.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1558990307102.jpg?v=1580772582"},{"product_id":"frontosa-black-widow","title":"FRONTOSA BLACK WIDOW","description":"\u003cp\u003eCYPHOTILAPIA .SP \"BLACK WIDOW\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA polarizing line-bred morph of Frontosa, the Black Widow is sure to generate attention, especially when viewed along side the so called normal types. Purists do no tend to like fish such as the Black Widow, but many enthusiasts rave over this unique looking fish that is not yet easy to find. The basic theme is that these fish lack stripes and instead feature amorphous patches of black that often form a hourglass like shape. If you want a unique centerpiece for your tank of assorted African cichlids this one is hard to beat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1\"","offer_id":23073221509201,"sku":"CAT1851S","price":56.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/FRONTOSA_BLACK_WIDOW.jpg?v=1736720501"},{"product_id":"brichardi","title":"BRICHARDI (NEOLAMPROLOGUS BRICHARDI)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnown by a number of vernacular names including Fairy Cichlid, Lyretail Cichlid and Princess of Burundi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeservedly one of the most popular Tanganyikan species available in the hobby, N. brichardi is ideal for newcomers to both Rift Lake cichlids and cichlids in general, being beautiful and easy to keep and breed. It is seen for sale under several common names including “Fairy Cichlid”, “Lyretail Cichlid” and “Princess of Burundi”. There are several colour morphs available, although these do not vary much in patterning, and an albino form is also occasionally available. The different species in the so-called “Brichardi complex”, which include N. crassus, falcicula, gracilis, helianthus, pulcher, savoryi and splendens, should not be mixed in aquaria as they will hybridise freely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn nature, N. brichardi can be found in shoals of many thousands, exhibiting the same altruistic nature towards spawning pairs and young fish as is seen in aquaria but on a truly massive scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an ideal resident of the community aquarium since it’s aggressively territorial, especially when protecting fry, and is therefore best kept in a species tank under most circumstances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn large set-ups it can be maintained successfully with other small to medium-sized Tanganyikan cichlids that occupy different areas of the tank such as Cyprichromis or shell-dwelling species.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOther rockdwellers such as Julidochromis or Altolamprologus are only possibilities if the tank is large enough and sufficient territories and broken lines-of-sight are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/neolamprologus-brichardi\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/neolamprologus-brichardi\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"2-3\"","offer_id":23073221836881,"sku":"CAT1836M","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/files\/BRICHARDI_NEOLAMPROLOGUS_BRICHARDI.jpg?v=1731538405"},{"product_id":"cobue","title":"COBUE (CYNOTILAPIA AFRA \"COBUE\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eCynotilapia afra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (previously \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eParatilapia afra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a favorite for many cichlid aquarists because of their beautiful color patterns. They come in a variety of natural variations, depending on where they originate from, and can also change color depending on mood. The \"excited\" spawning colors of these Mbunas are very intense and make quite an interesting display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fish has many of the same wonderful qualities found in other African cichlids, but as its name suggests it is identified and distinguished because of its teeth. Its teeth are unicuspid rather than the bicuspid teeth seen in many cichlids of this size. The common name \"dogtooth cichlid\" is derived from its distinctive teeth. This is unique to just this genus and is a distinction sets it apart from all the other Lake Malawi Mbunas. In fact, in the genus name Cynotilapia the term 'Cyno' means 'dog' in latin. From its species name are derived the common names Afra Cichlid, Red Top Afra, and White Top Afra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/animal-world.com\/encyclo\/fresh\/cichlid\/DogtoothCichlid.php\"\u003ehttp:\/\/animal-world.com\/encyclo\/fresh\/cichlid\/DogtoothCichlid.php\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5\"","offer_id":23073223770193,"sku":"MBU1817M","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo-1562875870592.jpg?v=1580769608"},{"product_id":"cynotipalia-lions-cove","title":"CYNOTILAPIA AFRA *LIONS COVE*","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbig\u003eCynotilapia\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbig\u003esp. \"Lions Cove\" is a dwarf mbuna.  The males are much more colorful than the females.  They are a moderately aggressive cichlid that attains a size of only about 3.5 inches (9 cm) but they can hold their own against some larger mbuna.\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.african-cichlid.com\/AfraLion.htm\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.african-cichlid.com\/AfraLion.htm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"2.5\"","offer_id":23073223802961,"sku":"MBU1824S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1558914585455.jpg?v=1580769615"},{"product_id":"white-top-hara","title":"CYNOTILAPIA .SP HARA *GALLIREYA REEF* (WHITE TOP HARA)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince it's introduction into the hobby a few years ago, this fish has undergone a number of different trade names, from Zebra Hara, to Cyno. afra White Top. 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Large, resplendent in colour and demeanour they are hardy, unusual and sure to earn a place in the heart of any keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188350\"\u003eParatilapia are the most widespread genus of cichlid in Madagascar and once found throughout the island. Today they are less common but still extant in the north-west and north-east, and along the entire east coast. There are also relic populations in the Central Massif and in pockets of the south-east.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188356\"\u003eA key question discussed by hobbyists and scientists involves the number of species of Paratilapia. Initially only one, P. polleni, was described and the name was mistakenly used to describe small spotted fish in the hobby. it was later found that the true Paratilapia polleni from north-west Madagascar is large and spotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188359\"\u003eA second species was later described as Paratilapia bleekeri and thought to differ from P. polleni in jaw shape, coloration, spot size and genital shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk\/features\/how-to-keep-paratilapia\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk\/features\/how-to-keep-paratilapia\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5\"","offer_id":31646906024017,"sku":"CAM1754S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":43776612761848,"sku":"CAM1754M","price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1568344321229.jpg?v=1580770435"},{"product_id":"bleekeri","title":"PARATILAPIA POLLENI *Andapa* (HOUSEBRED)","description":"\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188347\"\u003eIf there is one genus of cichlid sure to dazzle, it has to be Paratilapia from Madagascar. Large, resplendent in colour and demeanour they are hardy, unusual and sure to earn a place in the heart of any keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188350\"\u003eParatilapia are the most widespread genus of cichlid in Madagascar and once found throughout the island. Today they are less common but still extant in the north-west and north-east, and along the entire east coast. There are also relic populations in the Central Massif and in pockets of the south-east.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188353\"\u003eAll populations are at risk from fishing, habitat degradation and introduced exotics, but some species are now being captively bred to maintain aquarium stocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188356\"\u003eA key question discussed by hobbyists and scientists involves the number of species of Paratilapia. 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This species is now likely to be extinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188365\"\u003eA third species of Paratilapia was described as P. typus and until recently this was also placed in synonymy with P. polleni, but again it has recently been suggested that this name should be resurrected to describe large spotted Paratilapia from the north-east. There are certainly more Paratilapia to be described and it will be interesting to see how the future maps out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1469627078029_3188368\"\u003eThere are at least four species currently in the hobby. Paratilapia sp. “Andapa” (which may be Paratilapia typus) is the biggest at over 30cm\/12” in length. 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Wild fish may initially refuse the latter but normally learn to accept them over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHome-made, gelatine-bound recipes containing a mixture of dried fish food, puréed shellfish, fresh fruit and vegetables, for example, also work well and can be cut into bite-sized discs using the end of a sharp pipette or small knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/mikrogeophagus-altispinosus\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/mikrogeophagus-altispinosus\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"-2.25\"","offer_id":23073233305681,"sku":"1748","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1573679334475.jpg?v=1580769582"},{"product_id":"electric-blue-golden-ram","title":"ELECTRIC GOLDEN RAM *GERMAN STRAIN* Mikrogeophagus ramirezi","description":"A beautiful Golden yellow strain variant of the popular electric blue ram created in germany.","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1\"","offer_id":23073233502289,"sku":"CSA1776M","price":32.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/ELECTRIC_GOLDEN_RAM_GERMAN_STRAIN_Mikrogeophagus_ramirezi.jpg?v=1736023577"},{"product_id":"apistogramma-agassizii","title":"FIRE RED AGASSIZ'S DWARF CICHLID (Apistogramma agassizii)","description":"\u003cp\u003eProvided adequate cover and structure is available this species is unfussy with regards to décor with ceramic flowerpots, lengths of plastic piping and other artificial materials all useful additions. A more natural-looking arrangement might consist of a soft, sandy substrate with wood roots and branches placed such a way that plenty of shady spots and caves are formed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe addition of dried leaf litter (beech, oak or Ketapang almond leaves are all suitable) would further emphasise the natural feel and with it bring the growth of beneficial microbe colonies as decomposition occurs. These can provide a valuable secondary food source for fry, whilst most populations will appreciate the tannins and other chemicals released by the decaying leaves. Leaves can be left in the tank to break down fully or removed and replaced every few weeks. If maintaining a blackwater population a net bag filled with aquarium-safe peat can also be added to the filter or suspended over the edge of the tank.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFairly dim lighting is recommended and plant species from genera such as Microsorum, Taxiphyllum, Cryptocoryne and Anubias are arguably best since they will grow under such conditions. A few patches of floating vegetation to diffuse the light even further may also prove effective. Filtration, or at least water flow, should not be very strong and very large water changes are best avoided with 10-15% weekly adequate provided the tank is lightly-stocked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/apistogramma-agassizii\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/apistogramma-agassizii\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.25\"","offer_id":23073233567825,"sku":"1783R","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/FIRE_RED_AGASSIZ_S_DWARF_CICHLID_Apistogramma_agassizii.jpg?v=1735512772"},{"product_id":"silver-cichlid","title":"SILVER CICHLID (Paraneetroplus argenteu) 1.5-2\" A2405T","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn aggressive species, especially towards conspecifics. It may be possible to successfully keep this species in a community of robust Central American cichlids, if enough rock and bogwood is provided to form sufficient territories for all the fish. There is no guarantee of success if trying this. A bonded pair will often live quite happily together but care should be taken to ensure the female is not bullied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/vieja-argentea\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/vieja-argentea\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5-2\"","offer_id":37526711566524,"sku":"CSA1702S","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/SILVER_CICHLID_Paraneetroplus_argenteu.jpg?v=1735335703"},{"product_id":"salvini-cichlid","title":"SALVINI CICHLID (Cichlasoma salvini)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt’s primarily carnivorous, the natural diet consisting of aquatic invertebrates and small fish. Aggressive for its size. Only house with similarly aggressive, similarly sized north\/central American fish like Jack Dempseys. Very territorial. Will predate on any fish it can fit in its mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/cichlasoma-salvini\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/cichlasoma-salvini\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5\"","offer_id":37526708060348,"sku":"CSA1717S","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1559064927110.jpg?v=1595478504"},{"product_id":"geophagus-tapajos","title":"GEOPHAGUS RED HEAD TAPAJOS (Geophagus sp. 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Just like the other members of the genus Parachromis, it is often referred to as Guapote fish.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eParachromis motaguensis\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis one of the most commonly kept Guaoptes, chiefly thanks to the very beautiful coloration worn by breeding specimens. Its common name in English is “Red Tiger Cichlid”, a name derived from the look of the breeding females. The species is also known as False yellowjacket cichlid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eParachromis motaguensis\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ecan be found along the Atlantic slope of Guatemala and Honduras (in the Motagua River basin) as well as along the Pacific slope of Guatemala and Honduras from Rio Naranjo River to Rio Choluteca. It inhabits both lakes and rivers and prefers the moderate to fast flowing waters of the lower and middle river valley sections. Their natural habitat is usually filled with rocks and fallen trees and mimicking such conditions in the aquarium is recommended.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.aquaticcommunity.com\/cichlid\/motaguensis.php\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.aquaticcommunity.com\/cichlid\/motaguensis.php\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5\"-2\"","offer_id":37526707634364,"sku":"CSA1704S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/FALSE_YELLOWJACKET_Parachromis_motaguensis.jpg?v=1735340285"},{"product_id":"blood-parrot","title":"PERSIMMON BLOOD PARROT (Amphilophus citrinellus x Paraneetroplus synspilus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe blood parrot cichlid is a hybrid aquarium fish species around which notable controversy exists. Produced by crossing the midas cichlid (Amphilophus citrinellus)and the redhead cichlid (Paraneetroplus synspilus), the blood parrot cichlid's genetic mixture has left the fish with a combination of physical traits that compromise the fish's ability to thrive. It has a very small mouth, for example, that makes it difficult for the fish to feed itself adequately. Some aquarium enthusiasts believe this is a hybrid that should not be bred, and some even go so far as to boycott petshops that sell it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, the unusual appearance—round body and beak-like head with large eyes—along with the fish's ability to coexist with other species in a community environment, has made it popular among some enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/hoplarchus-psittacus-1378430\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/hoplarchus-psittacus-1378430\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"3\"","offer_id":37526707470524,"sku":"CSA1812S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1558814813318.jpg?v=1580769571"},{"product_id":"firemouth","title":"FIREMOUTH (Thorichthys meeki)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot especially aggressive, though territorial when breeding and may eat much smaller fishes. 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It has a rounded body that is greatly compressed laterally accented with long, triangular dorsal and anal fins. Its genus name Pterophyllum is very descriptive of its appearance as this term actually means \"winged leaf\". It is also known as the Silver Angelfish, Freshwater Angelfish, and Common Angelfish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are some of the most attractive fish and very popular with both the beginner and the long-time aquarists. In the wild they are found with black bars on a silver colored body. But there are also some mutations found in nature as well where these fish are without bars, are solid black, and have lace forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Angelfish are considered a community fish, but they are cichlids. Consequently they may not be as sociable with smaller fish. They will school peacefully when they are young but tend to pair off and become more territorial when they are older. Being a bit timid, they can be frightened by shadows and fast movements. 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Though it was named for the marine angelfish, it bears little resemblance to these fish or even to any other fish in the Cichlid family. This fish is rather diamond shaped or leaf-like in appearance. It has a rounded body that is greatly compressed laterally accented with long, triangular dorsal and anal fins. Its genus name\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003ePterophyllum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis very descriptive of its appearance as this term actually means \"winged leaf\". It is also known as the Silver Angelfish, Freshwater Angelfish, and Common Angelfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are some of the most attractive fish and very popular with both the beginner and the long-time aquarists. In the wild they are found with black bars on a silver colored body. But there are also some mutations found in nature as well where these fish are without bars, are solid black, and have lace forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough captive inbreeding its natural mutant forms have become fixed forms for the hobbyist. Angelfish are mostly all captive bred and there are many color and finage varieties available. Some of the best known varieties include the Silver Angelfish, Zebra Angelfish, Marbled Angelfish, Veiltail Angelfish, Blushing Angelfish, and one produced with much effort, the Gold Angelfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Angelfish are considered a community fish, but they are cichlids. Consequently they may not be as sociable with smaller fish. They will school peacefully when they are young but tend to pair off and become more territorial when they are older. Being a bit timid, they can be frightened by shadows and fast movements. 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Daily meals of small live and frozen fare such as Daphnia, Artemia along3 with good quality flakes and granules will result in the best colouration and encourage the fish to come into breeding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is very peaceful but does not make an ideal community fish due to its small size and rather timid nature. It will do best when maintained alone or with other diminutive species such as Microdevario, Sundadanio, Danionella, Eirmotus, Trigonostigma, pygmy Corydoras and small Loricariids such as Otocinclus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt also makes an ideal companion for shy anabantoids such as Sphaerichthys, Parosphromenus or the more diminutive Betta species and in a planted set-up can be housed alongside freshwater shrimp of the genera Caridina and Neocaridina. 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It can also be kept with many species of Rift Lake cichlid, due to its water requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoesman’s rainbowfish can be quite skittish and do far better when kept in a shoal of at least 6-8, preferably more. The males will also be encouraged to display their best colours in the company of conspecifics. Obviously a suitably-sized aquarium would be required for a very large group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species, like most rainbows, looks most at home in a planted aquarium. Provide areas of dense vegetation, along with some open areas for swimming. Other decor is not particularly important. The choice of plants should reflect the slightly hard, alkaline conditions preferred by the fish. Filtration and tank maintenance should be very efficient to encourage the male fish to develop their spectacular colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/melanotaenia-boesemani\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/melanotaenia-boesemani\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.5\"","offer_id":23073259028561,"sku":"3102","price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo-1562875868910.jpg?v=1580769581"},{"product_id":"dwarf-neon","title":"DWARF NEON RAINBOW (Melanotaenia praecox) 2402","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery peaceful and suitable for many community aquaria given its relatively small size. Good tankmates include other similarly-sized rainbowfish, characins, danios, barbs, dwarf cichlids, freshwater gobies, and catfish such as Corydoras. Like other rainbowfish it can be quite skittish and does far better when kept in a shoal of at least 6-8, preferably more. The males will also be encouraged to display their best colours in the company of conspecifics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/melanotaenia-praecox\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.seriouslyfish.com\/species\/melanotaenia-praecox\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarists Across Canada","offers":[{"title":"1.25\"","offer_id":23073259061329,"sku":"3108","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1298\/4401\/products\/Photo_1558835408650.jpg?v=1580769631"},{"product_id":"lake-kutubu","title":"LAKE KUTUBU RAINBOW (Melanotaenia lacustris)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lake Kutubu Rainbowfish\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eMelanotaenia lacustris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a beautiful fish with an endearing personality. They are one of the larger rainbow fish, reaching almost 5 inches (12.5 cm) in length. They have constantly changing but always beautiful colors. Pairing these vibrant colors with an endearing personality makes the Lake Kutubu Rainbowfish one of the most amazing freshwater fish in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith pristine water the Turquoise Rainbowfish are very easily kept in your community tank and adds a ton of color and excitement. These fish are active and outgoing and will definitely liven up the aquarium. They are also rugged and will adapt to many tank setups. Don't be turned off when you see these fish in pet shops, as they are usually drab and gray. Once in the right stress free environment these fish will come to life and their colors jump right out at you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis precious and rare species is in a very precarious position. This gem lives exclusively in Lake Kutubu. Wild populations are being decimated by over harvesting and environmental destruction. Domestically, this unfortunate fish is being bred recklessly with other species, muddling the bloodlines of species which have taken nature thousands of years of selective breeding to develop their beautiful colors. 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