How to Care for Cichlids - Test
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for most Cichlid species?
A) 50-60°F
B) 85-95°F
C) 60-70°F
D) 72-82°F
  • 2. What is the general pH range preferred by African Cichlids?
A) 7.0-7.5
B) 8.8-9.2
C) 6.0-7.0
D) 7.8-8.6
  • 3. What type of filtration is generally recommended for Cichlid tanks?
A) No Filtration
B) Underfiltration
C) Overfiltration
D) Minimal Filtration
  • 4. What food type should form the base of a Cichlid's diet?
A) High-quality Cichlid pellets
B) Goldfish flakes
C) Lettuce
D) Live Blackworms
  • 5. Why is regular water changes important for Cichlids?
A) Keeps the water sparkling clean
B) Removes nitrates and replenishes minerals
C) Changes the pH
D) Heats the tank
  • 6. What is a common sign of aggression in Cichlids?
A) Rapid swimming
B) Fin nipping
C) Increased appetite
D) Hiding in plants
  • 7. What type of substrate is best for burrowing Cichlids?
A) Marbles
B) Large gravel
C) Bare bottom
D) Sand
  • 8. What is the purpose of rocks in a Cichlid tank?
A) Reduce the pH
B) Increase water hardness
C) Provide hiding places and territories
D) Add oxygen to the water
  • 9. What is the recommended quarantine period for new Cichlids?
A) 1 week
B) 4-6 weeks
C) No quarantine needed
D) 1-2 days
  • 10. What disease is commonly associated with poor water quality in Cichlid tanks?
A) Swim bladder disease
B) Ich (white spot disease)
C) Dropsy
D) Fin rot
  • 11. What does 'mbuna' mean?
A) Open Water Swimmer
B) Rock Dweller
C) Plant Eater
D) Sand Sifter
  • 12. What should you do if a Cichlid is being bullied by other fish?
A) Re-arrange the tank decor or remove the aggressor
B) Turn off the lights
C) Add more food
D) Ignore it, they will sort it out
  • 13. What water parameter is essential to monitor for African Cichlids?
A) KH (carbonate hardness)
B) Phosphate levels
C) Nitrate levels
D) Copper levels
  • 14. What is the purpose of adding aquarium salt to a Cichlid tank?
A) Removes chlorine
B) Lowers the pH
C) Helps with osmoregulation and reduces stress
D) Acts as a fertilizer for plants
  • 15. How often should you perform water changes on a Cichlid tank?
A) No water changes needed
B) 50% monthly
C) 10% monthly
D) 25-50% weekly
  • 16. What is a 'buffer' in aquarium terms?
A) Substance that resists changes in pH
B) A decoration
C) A type of filter
D) A type of food
  • 17. What behavior is common during Cichlid breeding?
A) Mouthbrooding
B) Schooling
C) Burrowing
D) Hibernation
  • 18. Why are plants often difficult to keep in Cichlid tanks?
A) Plants attract parasites
B) Cichlids may uproot or eat them
C) Plants lower the pH too much
D) Plants compete for food
  • 19. What is the best way to clean algae off the glass of a Cichlid tank?
A) Bleach
B) Vinegar
C) Algae scraper or magnet
D) Soap and water
  • 20. What is the purpose of a protein skimmer in a freshwater Cichlid tank?
A) Removes nitrates
B) Adds oxygen to the water
C) Removes organic waste before it decomposes
D) Stabilizes pH
  • 21. Which of these is a common ailment affecting Cichlids?
A) Swine Flu
B) Mad Cow Disease
C) Hole-in-the-head disease
D) Bird Flu
  • 22. Which type of Cichlids are less aggressive and better suited for community tanks?
A) Victorian Cichlids
B) Tanganyikan Cichlids
C) South American Cichlids
D) Malawi Cichlids
  • 23. What is important to consider when choosing tank mates for Cichlids?
A) Price and availability
B) Temperament and size
C) Color and pattern
D) Region of origin only
  • 24. What does 'nitrification' refer to in the context of an aquarium?
A) Adding beneficial bacteria
B) Removing nitrates
C) Conversion of nitrate to ammonia
D) Conversion of ammonia to nitrite and then to nitrate
  • 25. Why is it important to cycle a new aquarium before adding Cichlids?
A) To make the water clear
B) To heat the water
C) To add minerals
D) To establish beneficial bacteria
  • 26. What type of lighting is generally recommended for Cichlid tanks?
A) High-intensity plant grow lights
B) UVB reptile lighting
C) Standard aquarium lighting
D) No lighting at all
  • 27. What do you call a Cichlid that eats primarily plants?
A) Omnivore
B) Insectivore
C) Carnivore
D) Herbivore
  • 28. What is the purpose of adding crushed coral or aragonite to an African Cichlid tank?
A) To lower the pH
B) To provide food for the Cichlids
C) To buffer the pH and increase hardness
D) To add color to the substrate
  • 29. What is a symptom of Malawi bloat?
A) Brightening of colors
B) Swollen abdomen and loss of appetite
C) Increased aggression
D) Rapid swimming
  • 30. When breeding Cichlids, what is the purpose of a breeding tank?
A) To increase the pH drastically
B) To provide a safe and controlled environment
C) To scare off predators
D) To make the water colder
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