One feature that has long captured the attention of biologists and aquarists alike is the unusually large lips of some cichlid species. These thick, plump lips have puzzled researchers for years, ...

Cichlids are a striking type of freshwater fish with over 500 species. They're usually found in warmer regions and in various bodies of water, including ponds, rivers, lakes, and streams. Most species ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? East Africa’s Lake Victoria is home to over 500 species of cichlid, and according to ...

Arecent phylogeographical examination of east African river cichlid fish species has pinpointed the area of speciation to a now extinct lake in Botswana. The turbid rivers of Africa typically contain ...