{"product_id":"jewel-cichlid","title":"Jewel Cichlid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll our live fish orders are sent out on Mondays, Tuesdays \u0026amp; Wednesdays (excluding public holidays)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf we have to order your fish in, this may not leave until the following week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your order contains any dried products such as food, spare parts or medications etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour order will be shipped out on the above days as your live fish (Mon-Wed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Jewel Cichlid is a striking freshwater fish renowned for its brilliant red body and shimmering blue-green spots. Full of personality and confidence, these African cichlids make a stunning centrepiece in the right aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 12–15cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive to aggressive, especially when breeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 150L+ recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High-quality cichlid pellets, frozen foods, live foods, and occasional vegetable matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24–28°C, pH 6.5–7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewel Cichlids thrive in well-filtered aquariums with plenty of rocks, caves, and territories to explore. They are intelligent, active fish that can become highly territorial, particularly during breeding, so careful selection of tank mates is important. They are best kept with other robust species of a similar size and temperament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most rewarding aspects of keeping Jewel Cichlids is watching their breeding behaviour. They form devoted pairs, carefully guard their eggs, and provide exceptional parental care for their fry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all our livestock, we encourage researching their care requirements before purchasing to ensure they are the right fit for your aquarium. Responsible fishkeeping and animal welfare always come first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paws \u0026 Claws Manawatu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47869141319916,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1081\/5980\/files\/JewelCichlid.webp?v=1782878115","url":"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/jewel-cichlid","provider":"Paws and Claws Manawatu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}