Category: Cichlid

1. Introduction 【Child】 “Professor, have you heard of a fish so vibrant, it could pass as a character painted by the Italian Renaissance artists like Caravaggio?“ 【Professor】 “Ah, you must be talking about the Apistogramma agassizii Tefe Redback. Yes, it is indeed a colorful and charming fish. In this conversation, we will discuss their characteristics,…

1. Introduction 【Child】Professor, as I was reading an old book of fables, I came across a passage about magical river creatures that shimmer like the moonlit night, enchanting all who come upon them. Does such a river creature exist in the real world that resembles characters of myths and legends? 【Professor】Ah, my young literary aficionado!…

1. Introduction 【Child】Oh, I recently came across a fish as splendid as a character from a Shakespeare play! It was called the Apistogramma akassisi “Alenquer.” Can you tell me more about it in easy-to-understand words like Dr. Seuss would do? 【Professor】Haha, I’ll do my best! In this article, we will travel through mysteries surrounding this…

【Child】Oh, wise Professor, I’ve come across a fish that reminded me of the mysterious Cyclops in Homer’s epic poem “Odyssey.” It has only one false eye to confuse its enemies. Can you enlighten me about this mysterious sea creature? 【Professor】Ah, dear child, your observations bring joy to my heart! The creature you refer to is…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, have you ever read Jules Verne’s “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”? I wonder if Captain Nemo had ever come across Akaliktyis hekkerii in his adventures. 【Professor】: Ah, an interesting question! While I can’t say for certain if Captain Nemo encountered Akaliktyis hekkerii, I can certainly enlighten you on these fascinating creatures.…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, have you ever encountered a creature as mysteriously enchanting as the Ice Spot Cichlid in the aquarium world? 【Professor】: Ah, the Ice Spot Cichlid, a charming and colorful fish indeed! I’m glad to see your interest in this unique species. Today, we shall embark on a journey of discovery, unraveling the…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, have you ever pondered Romeo and Juliet while gazing at the stars in Verona? I feel like Aulonocara jacobfreibergi are the Romeo and Juliets of the underwater world. 【Professor】: Ah, that’s quite an interesting analogy! Aulonocara jacobfreibergi, also known as African Butterfly Peacock, are indeed beautiful and captivating cichlids from Lake…