LA
Tanganyikans "infest" and breed in the spaces between these flat
rocks.
LA
More Tanganyikans "at work."
LA
Solid resin version of the multi-crevice approach.
LA
Jewel fish (riverines) utilize these cichlid "condos" for hiding and
breeding.
LA
Jumbled pieces of slate covered with algae make these Malawi cichlids feel
at home.
LA
Three Chinese algae eaters holding their own in a 55 African cichlid tank.
LA
"Condos" come in several sizes and prices.
LA
Lots of caves, crevices, and crannies for babies to hide in.
LA
Buttikoferi evicting all other tenants.
LA
Cichlids love carved tufa rock and carved coral.
LA
Plastic plants add to the decor.
LA
More "condos."
LA
Bog wood adds instant decor and security sites -- sinks like a rock.
LA
African cichlid "condo" made from PVC pipe -- not pretty, just
utilitarian.
LA
Ceramic hamster huts make excellent breeding caves for smaller cichlids.
LA
Resin decor has pretty much replaced the more breakable ceramics.
LA
Slightly different design.
LA
The flatter caves are stackable.
LA
Plants, wood, and rocks all add to tank "security."
LA
With plenty of hiding places, fish feel more comfortable cruising the
neighborhood.
LA
Some people like to mix different rock looks.
LA
Wood always looks good. Fish like holey wood best.
LA
Lace rock provides lots of nooks and crannies.
LA
Plastic plants help disguise the utilitarian heaters and filter stems.
LA
Ceramic and resin ornaments work for some people (and for some fish).
LA
It can be hard to sink some of these honker pieces of carved driftwood.
LA
We have a preference for the more natural look, although some would argue
that polished rocks and carved (drilled) wood aren't exactly "natural."
They still look natural. Wood can tint the color of your water for a
while. Your fish like the humic and tannic acids. Your carbon
takes it out.
LA
Interesting combo of cork, plastic plants, and resin.
Nine
of the photos above were shot at "The Fish Store" in Atlantic
Iowa. Look out for their female umbrella cockatoo. She adopts
friends very quickly and won't let you go.
LA
Your decor makes it possible to add more Malawi cichlids.
LA
And what American cichlid could resist a genuine shipwreck?
LA
Tanganyikans definitely love rocks -- even faux rocks.
LA
Same fake rocks rearranged.
Last
Words. Decor in your tank makes your fish feel more secure,
provides breeding areas, and appeals to the eye -- especially if you know
how to arrange your aquascaping. LA
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