How to Raise Cichlids - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal pH range for most African cichlids?
A) 7.8 - 8.6
B) 7.0 - 7.4
C) 8.8 - 9.2
D) 6.0 - 6.8
  • 2. What is the minimum tank size for a pair of small cichlids (under 4 inches)?
A) 20 gallons
B) 30 gallons
C) 5 gallons
D) 10 gallons
  • 3. What type of filtration is generally recommended for cichlid tanks?
A) Underfiltration
B) Minimal filtration
C) No filtration
D) Overfiltration
  • 4. Which of the following is a good food source for herbivorous cichlids?
A) Brine shrimp
B) Spirulina flakes
C) Bloodworms
D) Blackworms
  • 5. What is a common sign of aggression in cichlids?
A) Laying eggs
B) Eating vigorously
C) Fin nipping
D) Flaring gills
  • 6. What is the purpose of rocks and caves in a cichlid tank?
A) Provide hiding places
B) Increase water hardness
C) Lower pH
D) Increase water temperature
  • 7. What is 'cichlid aggression' typically caused by?
A) Territoriality
B) Poor water quality
C) Lack of food
D) Overcrowding
  • 8. Which of the following is a common disease affecting cichlids?
A) Rickets
B) Scurvy
C) Tuberculosis
D) Ich
  • 9. How often should water changes be performed in a cichlid tank?
A) Monthly
B) Never
C) Bi-weekly
D) Weekly
  • 10. What is the ideal temperature range for most cichlids?
A) 85-90°F
B) 76-82°F
C) 65-70°F
D) 70-75°F
  • 11. What is a 'substrate sifter' cichlid?
A) A cichlid that lives under rocks
B) A cichlid that breeds in caves
C) A cichlid that filters food from the substrate
D) A cichlid that eats algae
  • 12. What is the process of 'conditioning' cichlids for breeding?
A) Adding salt to the water
B) Removing all decorations
C) Lowering the water temperature
D) Feeding them a high-quality diet
  • 13. What type of lighting is generally recommended for cichlid tanks?
A) No lighting
B) UVB lighting
C) High-intensity lighting
D) Standard aquarium lighting
  • 14. What is a common way to decorate a Malawi cichlid tank?
A) With rocks and caves
B) With colorful gravel
C) With driftwood
D) With live plants
  • 15. What type of food are most juvenile cichlids best fed?
A) Algae wafers
B) Small, protein-rich foods
C) Large pellets
D) Fruits and vegetables
  • 16. What does 'Mbuna' mean?
A) Plant Eater
B) Rock Dweller
C) Lake Fish
D) Colorful Fish
  • 17. What is a good indicator of good water quality?
A) Clear water and low nitrate levels
B) Cloudy water and high nitrate levels
C) Brown water and low pH
D) Green water and high ammonia levels
  • 18. How can you reduce aggression in a cichlid tank?
A) Adding one large, dominant cichlid
B) Overstocking with similar species
C) Understocking the tank
D) Removing all decorations
  • 19. What is the purpose of a quarantine tank?
A) To isolate new fish for observation
B) To house aggressive cichlids
C) To breed cichlids
D) To grow live plants
  • 20. Which of the following is NOT a suitable substrate for a cichlid tank?
A) Fine sand
B) Gravel
C) Crushed coral
D) Aragonite sand
  • 21. What is 'bloat' in cichlids?
A) A viral infection causing fin rot
B) A fungal infection causing skin lesions
C) A bacterial infection causing swelling of the abdomen
D) A parasitic infection causing weight loss
  • 22. What does 'dimorphism' refer to in cichlids?
A) Differences in diet between species
B) Visual differences between males and females
C) Differences in aggression levels
D) Differences in water parameter requirements
  • 23. What is the purpose of adding Epsom salt to a cichlid tank?
A) To treat bloat
B) To increase hardness
C) To lower pH
D) To kill parasites
  • 24. What is the best way to introduce new cichlids to an established tank?
A) Add them to the tank at night
B) Acclimate them slowly and observe them closely
C) Quarantine them for a few hours
D) Release them directly into the tank
  • 25. What is the benefit of using a protein skimmer in a cichlid tank?
A) It removes organic waste before it decomposes
B) It removes nitrates from the water
C) It adds oxygen to the water
D) It lowers the pH of the water
  • 26. What should you do if you notice a cichlid is being constantly bullied?
A) Remove the bullied fish
B) Ignore it, they will sort it out
C) Remove the aggressor
D) Add more cichlids to diffuse aggression
  • 27. What is the function of a bubbler or air stone in a cichlid tank?
A) To filter the water
B) To increase oxygen levels
C) To lower the pH
D) To heat the water
  • 28. What is 'mouthbrooding' in cichlids?
A) Filtering food with the mouth
B) Holding eggs or fry in the mouth
C) Fighting with the mouth
D) Building nests with the mouth
  • 29. Which of these cichlids is considered a peaceful community fish?
A) Red Devil
B) Jack Dempsey
C) Convict Cichlid
D) Apistogramma
  • 30. What is a common method for increasing hardness of the water?
A) Adding distilled water
B) Adding crushed coral
C) Adding vinegar
D) Adding peat moss
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