Tropical Fish Hobbyist July 2010 Issue

A tankbusting cichlid on the cover of TFH yes, it’s July! To celebrate the beauty and diversity of cichlids, we are happy to present this special issue in honor of the American Cichlid Association Convention, July 22–25 in Milwaukee. Since their first being imported, cichlids of the genus Cyphotilapia have caught the eye of hobbyist and non-hobbyist alike. (In 1976, the early days of their collection, TFH’s own Executive Editor Glen Axelrod was instrumental in teaching collectors on Lake Tanganyika how to bring these beautiful deepwater giants up from the depths in stages to dramatically increase their survival rates.)

Feature Articles

Nannacara aurocephala: A Different Dwarf Cichlid

Author: Karel Zahradka

Nannacara aurocephala is an out-of-the-ordinary cichlid that doesn’t require a tank the size of your living room.

A Closer Look at Caulerpa: Common Aquarium Species and Their Care

Author: Adam Jenkins

Used responsibly, various macroalgae species of the genus Caulerpa can be ornamental additions to a display tank or help control the nutrient load of a large reef tank.

Breeding the Basketmouth Cichlid Caquetaia spectabilis

Author: Iggy Tavares

With large mouths that can extend to a third of their body length, basketmouths are fascinating cichlids to keep and breed.

Girls Will Be Boys: Cichlid Pseudomales

Author: Adam Smith

Assuming male appearance and behaviors, some female cichlids can ruin even the best breeding program.

Long-Term Maintenance of an Iwagumi Layout

Author: Takashi Amano

Maintaining a Nature Aquarium iwagumi layout is a test of the aquascaper’s skill and dedication.

Meet the Victorians

Author: Mike Hellweg

Keeping cichlids from Lake Victoria is a great way to enjoy fishkeeping while preserving threatened species.

The TFH Breeder’s Challenge Part 7

Author: Mike Hellweg and Ted Judy

With Mike rapidly catching up and Ted’s schedule getting busier, see who is in the lead in the yearlong competition for the title of TFH Master Breeder.

The Fish Habitats of a Peruvian Amazon River, Part 2

Author: Shannon Loughnan

Completing his journey down the Yarapa River, our South American explorer reveals the fish populations he found in nine different microhabitats.

The National Sea Life Centre in Birmingham, UK

Author: Devyani Borade

A tour through the National Sea Life Centre reveals a large variety of fish and other animals, educational displays, and even a “Sensorama 4-D Cinema” experience.