Cyphotilapia Sp. Royalty-Free Stock Image

Habitat: This is the primary location where the cichlid is found and is a generalization. This does not mean a fish cannot be found in other habitats. Diet: Many cichlids specialize in eating one type of food; notwithstanding, some of these specialized feeders are flexible and can be opportunistic feeders. Temperament: This describes the overall demeanor of a cichlid toward other tankmates that are of a different species. Consider that there is variability in temperament due to various factors, including aquarium size, tankmates of similar appearance, stocking levels, and order of introduction.