| Just as the title says, breeding African Cichlids is a | | | | with many holes. Also, some Cichlids cannot breed |
| lot easier than most people think. I started with | | | | without hiding places in plants so make sure you |
| African Cichlids just a year ago with a 50 gallon | | | | provide dense underwater vegetation too. |
| fish tank and 6 pairs of Cichlids and now I have | | | | Tip 2: Make sure there are small caves and hiding |
| 27 fish in total (of course I bought a second fish | | | | places in your fish tank which are big enough for |
| tank) and all I had to pay was $27 (explained | | | | baby Cichlids but inaccessible for the larger ones. |
| later). | | | | Adult Cichlids often eat new born Cichlids as soon |
| The "secret" behind making your Cichlids breed is | | | | as they are released from females' mouth for the |
| to keep them in good condition and provide them | | | | first time. Therefore it's crucial they quickly find |
| with "natural" environment they need. | | | | good hiding places. |
| Right now I will give you 3 tips which will help you | | | | Tip 3: Monitor the temperature and pH of the |
| to set up correct environment in your fish tank | | | | water in your fish tank. African Cichlids HATE |
| so your African Cichlids can start breeding! | | | | acidic water so always keep the pH in slightly |
| Tip 1: Provide different types of surfaces for | | | | alkaline range between 7.5-8.5. Water temperature |
| your Cichlids. Some types of Cichlids like smooth | | | | should range from 76F to 80F to provide ideal |
| and flat surfaces, others prefer rough surfaces | | | | conditions for the eggs. |