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