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Helpful tips for Beginners |
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Tank Requirments & Setup
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| For a community aquarium, a 4ft tank is about the minimun size, with the wider 70 or 90 gallon tank being preferable to the narrow 55 gallon. It is important for the spacing of their territories. Learn More... |
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In & External parasites
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| Cichlids like many other fish suffer from diseases like Fish Lice Argulus, Gill Worms Dactylogyrus, Velvet hole-in-the-head Disease Hexamita, Anchor Worm Lernia. Learn More... |
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Breeding tips
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| In order to breed Cichlids you need to make sure you frequently maintenance the tank be sure to have proper water conditions, good food, adequate tank space, and frequent water changes. Learn More... |
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Powered by: Cichlid Paradise
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Scientific Name: |
Hemichromis paynei |
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There are many different types of Hemichromis species but they all look a bit similar in color, shape, and size. Hemichromis species vary somewhat in size, intensity of coloration, and detail. The Hemichromis species seem to be the most common in the hobby which is easy to understand given their beautiful colors and strict personalities.
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Here is a picture of a pair of Hemichromis paynei parents with their second batch of hatched fry. Hemichromis paynei are substrate spawners with both parents caring for the fry. There are several Hemichromis species of this type that vary somewhat in appearance and size. All are noted for their fierce protection of their young fry.
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Hemichromis species are substrate-spawners noted for thier fierce protection of their fry and adaptability to a variety of water conditions also
making them easier to breed than most other cichlids. They are among the toughest and most aggressive cichlids these small Hemichromis paynei are
capable of killing a full grown Jack Dempsey when it comes to protecting their young. Hemichromis species, which has a almost beige with chin, throat, and parts of the lower belly being slightly lighter. During periods of courtship and spawning will these parts become a fire-red in the male and many rows of small metallic silvery blue spots on the face and sides. Hemichromis species come from central and western Africa, they reach about 4 - 6 inches in length. Females however are smaller in size than males. Hemichromis species are noted as among the best and most faithful cichlid parents.
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