{"title":"New Arrivals","description":"\u003cp\u003eCheck out our latest cichlid arrivals! We regularly update our inventory with fresh, healthy fish from trusted breeders and suppliers. Be the first to discover rare species, unique color morphs, and popular favorites that just arrived at our emporium.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"copadichromis-borleyi-red-fin-borleyi","title":"Copadichromis Borleyi ( Red Fin Borleyi)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopadichromis borleyi — Red Fin Borleyi Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Red Fin Borleyi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name: Copadichromis borleyi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize \u0026amp; Lifespan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size: 6–8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLifespan: Approximately 6–10 years with proper care\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 50–75+ gallons recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 75–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: 7.8–8.6 (alkaline)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type: Hard water preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandy substrate with open swimming areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate rockwork or caves for hiding and territories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong filtration and good water circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivorous, lean towards carnivorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality cichlid pellets or flakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with frozen foods like mysis shrimp, krill, or brine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed 1–2 times daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-aggressive, but generally peaceful for a Malawi hap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales may become territorial during breeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest with other non-aggressive Malawi haps or peacock cichlids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid very small or very aggressive tank mates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be kept singly or one male with multiple females in larger tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Listing Summary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 6–8″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank: 50–75+ gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemp: 75–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: 7.8–8.6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet: Omnivorous\/carnivore pellets + frozen\/live foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifespan: 6–10 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"B's Cichlid Emporium ","offers":[{"title":"Small 2.5-3\" Unsexed","offer_id":42510126710846,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium 3-4\" Male","offer_id":42510126743614,"sku":null,"price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large 4-5\" Male","offer_id":42510126776382,"sku":null,"price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7895\/9934\/files\/IMG_6783.jpg?v=1768873168"},{"product_id":"albino-eureka-red","title":"Albino Eureka Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins2\"\u003eEureka Red Peacock\u003c\/strong\u003e (Aulonocara eureka) is a striking Lake Malawi cichlid known for its vivid red and blue coloration, and albino variants are bred for unique appearance. While albino forms may have reduced pigmentation, they share the same basic care needs as their pigmented counterparts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins3\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Tank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins4\"\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 48\" x 18\" x 18\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins5\"\u003eWater type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm tropical freshwater, mimicking Lake Malawi’s alkaline conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins6\"\u003epH \u0026amp; hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain pH 7.2–8.5 and hardness 7–12 dGH \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins7\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand or fine gravel; avoid sharp edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins8\"\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide rocky reefs, caves, and open swimming areas. Peacocks are active swimmers and need space to explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins9\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high flow; caners are active and may stir up substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins10\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins11\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins12\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins13\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–12 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins14\"\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrites:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins15\"\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;20 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins16\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins17\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; feed a varied diet of high-quality cichlid pellets, frozen\/fresh foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia), and occasional vegetable matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins18\"\u003eFeeding schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 small meals per day; avoid overfeeding to prevent nitrate spikes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins19\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins20\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Social but territorial; males defend territories. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins21\"\u003eTank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, similarly sized cichlids from Lake Malawi or other cichlid species. Avoid aggressive or overly active fish that may stress them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins22\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins23\"\u003eSpawning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triggered by water changes and temperature shifts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins24\"\u003eEgg care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females guard eggs; males guard fry. Provide flat rocks or spawning mops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins25\"\u003eFry care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed newly hatched fry with infusoria, then microworms and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"B's Cichlid Emporium ","offers":[{"title":"2-3\"","offer_id":42560062390334,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5\"","offer_id":42560062423102,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6\"","offer_id":42560062455870,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7895\/9934\/files\/AER.jpg?v=1773667136"},{"product_id":"aulonocara-stuartgranti-maulana-bi-color-500","title":"Aulonocara stuartgranti \"Maulana (Bi Color 500)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Maulana is a spectacular species from lake Malawi that was named by diver Stuart Grant's team. Commonly named the Bi-Color 500 which originally represented the position on Grants export list. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins3\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins4\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–29 °C (73–84 °F) — avoid exceeding 32 °C (90 °F) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins5\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4–8.5 (some sources 7.0–8.5) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins6\"\u003eWater hardness (GH):\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18°N (214–321 ppm) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins7\"\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins8\"\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep under 50–100 ppm; perform 10–50% water changes weekly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins9\"\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins10\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 100 gallons for a small group; larger is better \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins11\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand to mimic Lake Malawi \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins12\"\u003eHiding places:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rocks, caves, and crevices to reduce stress \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins13\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate water movement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModerate; avoid harsh, direct lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins14\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins15\"\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/strong\u003e — Consumes both plant‑based and animal‑based foods \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"frg-ins16\"\u003eFeed a varied diet (high‑quality cichlid pellets, frozen\/vegetable foods)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"frg-ins17\"\u003eSome keepers add garlic‑soaked food to encourage appetite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins21\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"frg-ins22\"\u003eMouth‑brooding with maternal care\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"frg-ins23\"\u003eProvide a nesting area with flat rocks or crevices for spawning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"B's Cichlid Emporium ","offers":[{"title":"2-3\"","offer_id":42560198344766,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5'","offer_id":42560198377534,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-6\"","offer_id":42560198410302,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7895\/9934\/files\/BC500.jpg?v=1773673696"},{"product_id":"aulonocara-mamelela-lemon-jake","title":"Aulonocara mamelela (Lemon Jake)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins3\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Tank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins4\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern Lake Malawi, rocky reefs and caves with sandy substrates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum \u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins5\"\u003e55 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e for a group; larger (80+ gallons) is better for territorial fish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins6\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine sand or gravel to mimic natural habitat; avoid too much sand that can cloud water \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins7\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rocks, caves, and crevices for hiding and territory establishment; open swimming areas for active swimming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModerate water movement; strong currents can stress them\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"frg-ins8\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins9\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82.5°F (24.5–28°C) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins10\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.7–8.6 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins11\"\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–18 dGH (hard, alkaline water) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"frg-ins12\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable alkalinity to buffer pH changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHighly sensitive to poor water quality; 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