{"id":65299,"date":"2022-04-16T11:02:20","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T11:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T11:02:20","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T11:02:20","slug":"can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/","title":{"rendered":"Can cichlids live in freshwater?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_cichlids_live_in_freshwater\" title=\"Can cichlids live in freshwater?\">Can cichlids live in freshwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Are_cichlids_freshwater_or_saltwater_fish\" title=\"Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater fish?\">Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater fish?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Do_cichlids_need_freshwater\" title=\"Do cichlids need freshwater?\">Do cichlids need freshwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_cichlids_live_in_saltwater\" title=\"Can cichlids live in saltwater?\">Can cichlids live in saltwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Are_cichlids_freshwater_fish\" title=\"Are cichlids freshwater fish?\">Are cichlids freshwater fish?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_type_of_water_do_cichlids_live_in\" title=\"What type of water do cichlids live in?\">What type of water do cichlids live in?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Are_cichlids_freshwater_or_saltwater\" title=\"Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater?\">Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_cichlid_fish_live_in_saltwater\" title=\"Can cichlid fish live in saltwater?\">Can cichlid fish live in saltwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Do_cichlids_need_salt_water\" title=\"Do cichlids need salt water?\">Do cichlids need salt water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_an_African_cichlid_live_in_saltwater\" title=\"Can an African cichlid live in saltwater?\">Can an African cichlid live in saltwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_kind_of_water_do_cichlids_need\" title=\"What kind of water do cichlids need?\">What kind of water do cichlids need?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Do_cichlids_need_special_water\" title=\"Do cichlids need special water?\">Do cichlids need special water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_cichlids_live_in_brackish_water\" title=\"What cichlids live in brackish water?\">What cichlids live in brackish water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_cichlids_live_in_a_lake\" title=\"Can cichlids live in a lake?\">Can cichlids live in a lake?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Are_African_cichlids_saltwater_or_freshwater\" title=\"Are African cichlids saltwater or freshwater?\">Are African cichlids saltwater or freshwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Is_cichlid_a_freshwater_fish\" title=\"Is cichlid a freshwater fish?\">Is cichlid a freshwater fish?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Which_fish_can_live_in_both_freshwater_and_saltwater\" title=\"Which fish can live in both freshwater and saltwater?\">Which fish can live in both freshwater and saltwater?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_fish_can_live_in_very_salty_water\" title=\"What fish can live in very salty water?\">What fish can live in very salty water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Should_I_put_salt_in_my_African_cichlid_tank\" title=\"Should I put salt in my African cichlid tank?\">Should I put salt in my African cichlid tank?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Should_I_use_cichlid_lake_salt\" title=\"Should I use cichlid lake salt?\">Should I use cichlid lake salt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_kind_of_water_do_African_cichlids_live_in\" title=\"What kind of water do African cichlids live in?\">What kind of water do African cichlids live in?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_African_cichlids_live_with_sand\" title=\"Can African cichlids live with sand?\">Can African cichlids live with sand?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Can_African_cichlids_live_in_hard_water\" title=\"Can African cichlids live in hard water?\">Can African cichlids live in hard water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#Are_cichlids_hard_to_keep\" title=\"Are cichlids hard to keep?\">Are cichlids hard to keep?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-cichlids-live-in-freshwater\/#What_do_I_need_for_cichlid_tank\" title=\"What do I need for cichlid tank?\">What do I need for cichlid tank?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cichlids_live_in_freshwater\"><\/span>Can cichlids live in freshwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Substrate for African Cichlids Happy and healthy <b>African cichlids can live for several years, making them a good investment for any freshwater aquarium.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cichlids_freshwater_or_saltwater_fish\"><\/span>Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater fish?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cichlids are <b>primarily freshwater fishes and are found in tropical America, mainland Africa and Madagascar, and southern Asia. The majority of species are African, appearing in great diversity in the major African lakes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cichlids_need_freshwater\"><\/span>Do cichlids need freshwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>African cichlids require a tropical freshwater tank that mimics their natural habitat, and these fish should be fed a largely carnivorous diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cichlids_live_in_saltwater\"><\/span>Can cichlids live in saltwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids have long been known to be euryhaline, or tolerant of a wide range in salinity. Some cichlid aquarists believe that their fish do better with salt, and regularly add it with each water change. In fact, salt is known to prevent infection in wounded cichlids (Aronson 1951).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cichlids_freshwater_fish\"><\/span>Are cichlids freshwater fish?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids are a large family of freshwater fishes that can be found in Africa, Central and South America, parts of Jordan, Iran, India and Sri Lanka. It is estimated that there are at least 1,350 species of cichlids worldwide, with hundreds more species yet to be discovered.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_water_do_cichlids_live_in\"><\/span>What type of water do cichlids live in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Check the temperature your African cichlids will need before you bring them home. Tropical fish need <b>warm water that&#8217;s between 78 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit (23-28 Celsius). Choose an aquarium heater with 5 watts of power for each gallon of water in the aquarium. A large aquarium may need a heater at each end.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cichlids_freshwater_or_saltwater\"><\/span>Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cichlids are <b>primarily freshwater fishes and are found in tropical America, mainland Africa and Madagascar, and southern Asia. The majority of species are African, appearing in great diversity in the major African lakes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cichlid_fish_live_in_saltwater\"><\/span>Can cichlid fish live in saltwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids have long been known to be euryhaline, or tolerant of a wide range in salinity. Some cichlid aquarists believe that their fish do better with salt, and regularly add it with each water change. In fact, salt is known to prevent infection in wounded cichlids (Aronson 1951).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cichlids_need_salt_water\"><\/span>Do cichlids need salt water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since PH is so important to cichlid health, using salts clearly has an advantage, and the lakes cichlids come from do contain relatively hard water, as compared to what comes out of your faucet. While <b>it&#8217;s not absolutely necessary to use salts for your cichlid tank, it is usually optimal<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_African_cichlid_live_in_saltwater\"><\/span>Can an African cichlid live in saltwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids are by far one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish around. They are known for their unique personalities and vibrant colors. Some of the most popular species of cichlids include: oscars, angelfish, discus, and convicts.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_water_do_cichlids_need\"><\/span>What kind of water do cichlids need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>warm water<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cichlids_need_special_water\"><\/span>Do cichlids need special water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids prefer warm water with a high pH. While cichlids tend to be able to tolerate a wide variety of temperatures and water types, their colors will appear brighter and more vibrant in water with a pH of around eight. Many pet and aquarium stores sell aquarium additives that are designed for cichlids.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cichlids_live_in_brackish_water\"><\/span>What cichlids live in brackish water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cichlids are <b>primarily freshwater fishes and are found in tropical America, mainland Africa and Madagascar, and southern Asia. The majority of species are African, appearing in great diversity in the major African lakes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cichlids_live_in_a_lake\"><\/span>Can cichlids live in a lake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>hideCommon nameTaxonomySalinityBlackchin tilapiaSarotherodon melanotheron melanotheronOrange chromideEtroplus maculatusGreen chromideEtroplus suratensisMayan cichlid or Mexican mojarraMayaheros urophthalmus0 &#8211; 40 ppt1 more row<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_African_cichlids_saltwater_or_freshwater\"><\/span>Are African cichlids saltwater or freshwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids have long been known to be euryhaline, or tolerant of a wide range in salinity. Some cichlid aquarists believe that their fish do better with salt, and regularly add it with each water change. In fact, salt is known to prevent infection in wounded cichlids (Aronson 1951).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_cichlid_a_freshwater_fish\"><\/span>Is cichlid a freshwater fish?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cichlids are primarily freshwater fishes and are found in tropical America, mainland Africa and Madagascar, and southern Asia. The majority of species are African, appearing in great diversity in the major African lakes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_fish_can_live_in_both_freshwater_and_saltwater\"><\/span>Which fish can live in both freshwater and saltwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fish that are able to live in both freshwater and saltwater are called <b>euryhaline fish. These highly adaptable fish are able to migrate back and forth between the ocean and rivers. There are two different types of euryhaline fish.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_fish_can_live_in_very_salty_water\"><\/span>What fish can live in very salty water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many kinds of fish live in the salty water of the oceans. A fish&#8217;s kidney keeps the proper balance of salt in its body. Popular saltwater fish are <b>bluefish, cod, flounder, striped bass (also found in freshwater), sea trout, tarpon, tuna, halibut, rockfish, sea perch, lingcod, and yellowtail<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_put_salt_in_my_African_cichlid_tank\"><\/span>Should I put salt in my African cichlid tank?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Addition of salt is not necessary for an African Cichlid tank. Though, you can use it to buffer pH and hardness. Confirm with your Cichlid&#8217;s source or pet store, if your Captive-bred African Cichlids may need salt.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_use_cichlid_lake_salt\"><\/span>Should I use cichlid lake salt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>warm water<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_water_do_African_cichlids_live_in\"><\/span>What kind of water do African cichlids live in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>African cichlids are colorful, delicate <b>freshwater fish that are extremely common additions to aquariums. The name cichlid actually refers to an entire family of fish, and there are many species of cichlid available in a huge variety of colors, sizes and body types.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_African_cichlids_live_with_sand\"><\/span>Can African cichlids live with sand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Check the temperature your African cichlids will need before you bring them home. Tropical fish need <b>warm water that&#8217;s between 78 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit (23-28 Celsius). Choose an aquarium heater with 5 watts of power for each gallon of water in the aquarium. A large aquarium may need a heater at each end.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_African_cichlids_live_in_hard_water\"><\/span>Can African cichlids live in hard water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>CaribSea aquarium sand can be a great choice for African cichlids when choosing the lining for their aquarium floor. The aquarium substrate contains natural minerals that mimic the African cichlid&#8217;s habitat and help make their brilliant colors vibrant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cichlids_hard_to_keep\"><\/span>Are cichlids hard to keep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cichlids are <b>primarily freshwater fishes and are found in tropical America, mainland Africa and Madagascar, and southern Asia. The majority of species are African, appearing in great diversity in the major African lakes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_need_for_cichlid_tank\"><\/span>What do I need for cichlid tank?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>African cichlids are <b>really tough fish. They require hard and alkaline water, which describes the water conditions that many hobbyists have. A constant temperature is required, but as long as that temperature is between 70 and 80 degrees F these fish will be fine.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can cichlids live in freshwater?Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater fish?Do cichlids need freshwater?Can cichlids live in saltwater?Are cichlids freshwater fish?What type of water do cichlids live in?Are cichlids freshwater or saltwater?Can cichlid fish live in saltwater?Do cichlids need salt water?Can an African cichlid live in saltwater?What kind of water do cichlids need?Do&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-65299","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65299"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=65299"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65299\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=65299"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=65299"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=65299"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}