Description
- Starry Night Cichlids are endangered and feared to be extinct in their native environment due to habitat destruction. Non-native species in their habitat also challenge them.
- Starry Night Cichlids are carnivorous fish. They wait for smaller fish to come to them, then swallow them whole.
- Starry Night Cichlids are territorial fish, especially when they are ready to spawn.
- There are both large and small spotted forms available.
- This fish is known as the ‘Marakely’ in Madagascar. This means “black fish.”
- Starry Night Cichlids are a favorite among public aquarium displays due to their beautiful coloration.