{"product_id":"starry-night-cichlid-paratilapia-polleni","title":"Starry Night Cichlid - Paratilapia Polleni","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"326\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"24\"\u003eStarry Night Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eParatilapia polleni\u003c\/em\u003e) is a stunning and somewhat elusive species native to Madagascar. Known for its jet-black body speckled with iridescent blue or white spots, this cichlid truly resembles a star-filled night sky. As it matures, the coloration intensifies, making it a showstopper in any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"711\" class=\"\"\u003eThis species is intelligent and curious but can be territorial, especially during breeding. A single specimen or a compatible pair is ideal for larger aquariums. Starry Night Cichlids do best in a dimly lit tank with caves, driftwood, and hiding spaces to mimic their natural habitat. They’re relatively hardy but prefer stable water parameters and a high-quality, protein-rich diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"977\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Semi-aggressive to aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 10 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 75 gallons minimum\u003cbr data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 76°F to 82°F\u003cbr data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (pellets, frozen foods, occasional veggies)\u003cbr data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"962\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6.5 to 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1218\" class=\"\"\u003e🌿 \u003cem data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eA majestic and rewarding fish for experienced aquarists, the Starry Night Cichlid brings a celestial beauty and a unique presence to large, well-managed aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e*This listing is for 1 Starry Night Cichlid (\u003cem data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1218\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eParatilapia polleni).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"2\"-3\"","offer_id":47930212745438,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":48246809592030,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Untitleddesign-14.png?v=1772595003","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/starry-night-cichlid-paratilapia-polleni","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}