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