{"product_id":"butterfly-cichlid","title":"Butterfly Cichlid - Anomalochromis Thomasi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eAnomalochromis thomasi\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cem data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eAfrican Butterfly Cichlid\u003c\/em\u003e, is a small and peaceful West African species admired for its subtle beauty and gentle disposition. Named for its delicate, fluttering movements and iridescent sheen, this cichlid displays a soft gold to olive body adorned with electric blue spangling, faint vertical bars, and red edging on the fins. Their coloration intensifies during courtship and spawning, making them a captivating sight in planted or biotope-style aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eUnlike many African cichlids, this species thrives in softer, slightly acidic water and is highly compatible with peaceful tankmates, including tetras, rasboras, and dwarf catfish. Both males and females are attentive parents and may pair up for life, often forming strong bonds and defending their territory during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful; can be territorial during breeding\u003cbr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 3 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 20 gallons+\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 74°F to 80°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen or live foods)\u003cbr data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6.0 to 7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e🦋 The African Butterfly Cichlid is a charming, low-maintenance gem ideal for peaceful community tanks and softwater setups with natural décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 African Butterfly Cichlid (\u003cem data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eAnomalochromis thomasi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46341182980318,"sku":"","price":15.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Untitleddesign-61.png?v=1747626423","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/butterfly-cichlid","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}