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