Why are my convict cichlids chasing each other?

Most cichlid movements are either threats or flirting. Shimmying or shaking of the fins and tail are usually signs of flirtation. I’ve also seen circular chasing and nipping or kissing (where the two fish grab each other’s mouths) prior to mating. Chasing across the tank is more often a sign of aggression.

Can you keep convict cichlids together?

Convict Cichlid Aquarium Size Convicts are quite small for cichlids. In fact, a breeding pair can be kept singly in aquariums as small as 10 gallons. But anytime there are tank mates you’ll need to give your cichlids some space. 20 gallons is a better minimum aquarium size if you’re keeping a community tank.

Why are my cichlids attacking each other?

Territorial The third reason why cichlids might attack each other is due to territoriality. If you don’t have a lot of caves, rocks, and natural barriers in a tank with many cichlids, they will become overly aggressive to compete for control of what they see as their territory.

Should convict cichlids be separated?

If you are serious about breeding cichlids, and if you would like to raise a majority of your fry to maturity, setting up a cichlid fry tank separate from the breeding tank is an important step. Separated from other fish, your cichlid fry will have a greater chance of survival.

How do I keep my African cichlids from fighting?

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Can you keep two male cichlids together?

Most African cichlids are aggressive, so keep them in a large tank (longer than taller), but avoid closely related fish and those with similar body coloration. Moreover, do not keep two aggressive species like mbunas and haps together, instead, maintain either of the two with peaceful peacocks or Utakas.

Can Jack Dempsey and convict cichlids live together?

Jack Dempsey Cichlids generally co-exist best with other South American Cichlids. Suitable tank mates for them are oscars, blind cave tetras, green terror cichlids, tinfoil barbs, fire mouth cichlids, jaguar cichlids, convict cichlids, plecos, and silver dollars.

How do I stop my fish from attacking each other?

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How do I know if my cichlids are stressed?

Strange Swimming: When fish are stressed, they often develop odd swimming patterns. If your fish is swimming frantically without going anywhere, crashing at the bottom of his tank, rubbing himself on gravel or rocks, or locking his fins at his side, he may be experiencing significant stress.

When should I strip my cichlid?

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Will Convict cichlids eat their fry?

During this time, it is normal for the parents to pick up the wigglers in their mouth and move them around the tank. Don’t be alarmed by this! (As a note, your Convict Cichlid pair may eat their babies the first few spawns. They are new parents and are still trying to figure everything out, this is normal.)