Cichlids are one of the largest and strangest groups of vertebrate fish — fish with backbones — on Earth. They’re popular as pets and farmed in aquaculture, and scientists have been studying them ...

It all started with the Convict cichlids. The small striped fish, native of Central America, captured Sac State Biology Professor Ron Coleman’s attention in a laboratory at the University of Toronto ...

The biological family Cichlidaea is one of the most fascinating examples of animal evolution on Earth. Convict cichlids are a widespread, well-known species within this unique group. Convict cichlids ...

The 32.5-gallon aquarium just got a major upgrade with some truly stunning cichlids. Their bold colors and lively personalities completely transform the tank. From the moment they hit the water, the ...

The unique diversity of cichlids in Africa’s oldest lake could help unlock the secrets of evolution. Baby Haplotaxodon microlepis scramble for safety in their mother’s mouth. Like many cichlid species ...

Breeding fish in an aquarium can sometimes happen unexpectedly, especially with species like cichlids. When I checked the tank one morning, dozens of tiny fry were swimming near the parents.