Aulonokara nyasa is sometimes called the queen of nyasa. There is a reason for this. Namely, the magnificent coloration of males of this species, which becomes even more vivid and inimitable during spawning.
Cichlid concord
Cichlid concord is remarkable in many ways. Both its body shape and way of life and peculiarities of spawning make this species a very interesting object for observation. Concorde has the Latin name Nimbochromis linni, but previously it was called Haplochromis linni and Cyrtosaga linni. Now these names should be considered synonyms, although obsolete.
Chocolate blue lamprologist
Lamprologus buescheri: The Chocolate-Blue Cichlid from Lake Tanganyika
Lamprologus buescheri Staeck, 1983 — commonly known as the chocolate-blue lamprologus — is a stunning cichlid (family Cichlidae) endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. In the wild, this species inhabits the southern and southwestern shores of the lake, favouring rocky substrates, stone shelves and crevices at depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Understanding its natural biotope is the key to successful aquarium keeping.
Astronotus in the aquarium
Oscar Fish in Aquarium: Complete Care Guide for Large Cichlids
The Oscar fish (Astronotus ocellatus) is one of the most impressive large aquarium fish that has earned popularity among experienced aquarists worldwide. This magnificent cichlid is difficult to recommend for standard home aquariums due to its size, but it’s perfect for spacious office tanks or large aquariums in public spaces.
Discus and aquarium plants
Discus and aquarium plants seem like difficult concepts to combine. Nevertheless, there are some tricks to help try on these neighbors.
Acclimatization of discus
Why is Discus Acclimation So Important?
Discus fish are rightfully considered the kings of freshwater aquariums, but their care requires special caution. Discus acclimation is a critically important stage that determines the success of further maintenance of these noble fish. In my 15 years of experience keeping South American cichlids, improper acclimation is the main cause of stress and death in newly acquired discus.
Angelfish – some peculiarities of keeping
Angelfish — Elegant “Angels” of Your Aquarium
Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare, Lichtenstein, 1823) are among the most iconic and recognizable freshwater aquarium fish in the world. Belonging to the family Cichlidae, they are native to the slow-moving and still waters of South America — the Amazon, Orinoco, and Essequibo river systems and their tributaries. Alongside the common angelfish P. scalare, the genus includes the altum angelfish (Pterophyllum altum) and Leopold’s angelfish (Pterophyllum leopoldi), though it is P. scalare that forms the basis of virtually all cultivated aquarium varieties.
Flower Horn
What is a Flowerhorn Cichlid
Flowerhorn cichlids are unique ornamental fish developed through selective breeding in Malaysia and Thailand during the 1990s. These cichlids are hybrids of several American cichlid species, including Amphilophus citrinellus and Amphilophus labiatus. In my experience, Flowerhorn fish remain one of the most impressive and controversial species in modern 2026 aquaristics.
Haplochromis cornflower
Haplochromis cornflower is an exceptionally beautiful fish that can decorate any aquarium of suitable size.