{"product_id":"jewel-cichlid-hemichromis-bimaculatus","title":"Jewel Cichlid (Hemichromis bimaculatus) Brilliant Red African Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"321\"\u003eJewel Cichlid (Hemichromis bimaculatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning freshwater fish named for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"397\"\u003evibrant ruby-red coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e and sparkling iridescent blue-green spots. Native to West Africa, this cichlids fiery color and lively personality make it a standout addition for aquarists who enjoy active, expressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eKnown for its intelligence and fascinating breeding behavior, the Jewel Cichlid can display brilliant color changesespecially during courtship or territorial displays. 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Best kept with robust tankmates or as a species-only setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eQ: How do I tell males from females?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eA: Males are slightly larger with more intense coloration, while females display deeper red tones when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eQ: What do Jewel Cichlids eat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003eA: Theyre omnivorousenjoy cichlid pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable-based flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eQ: Can I keep more than one pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eA: Only in large tanks with plenty of hiding spots to establish territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eQ: Do they dig or rearrange the substrate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eA: Yesthey enjoy digging and may move gravel or sand while nesting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52314063208661,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/download_84ac64d6-10c2-4b1a-8588-54992e40f00f.jpg?v=1762697881","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/jewel-cichlid-hemichromis-bimaculatus","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}