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