i know the blue one is the female but how do i know that it's a male?
2007-04-10 08:25:23 · 7 answers · asked by wiwa lover! 3 in Pets ➔ Fish
As he grows,his body color changes from dull gray to flashy blue or yellow, and a prominent black stripe ("eye bar") appears across his face.
2007-04-10 09:04:25 · answer #1 · answered by V.T.Venkataram 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are numerous species of cichlids and they come in all colors. It's impossible to say what color the male (or female for that matter) is unless we know what species it is.
2007-04-10 15:32:58 · answer #2 · answered by rdd1952 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It's really impossible to say without knowing what species of cichlid you have. If you don't know, you can try posting a link to a photo of the fish and hopefully someone here can identify it for you.
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2007-04-10 16:32:47 · answer #3 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what type of cichlid and they come in different colors.
2007-04-10 15:56:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is not easy to tell unless you know what kind of cichlid fish it is. however, generally speaking, males are either more brilliant in color or have higher contrast markings on their body. you may also be able to tell the gender by its behavior. males are more agressive and will become harder swimmers as they get older.
2007-04-10 15:54:29 · answer #5 · answered by realisminlife 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try looking at these web site to tell which type your cichlid is:
http://www.malawimayhem.com
http://www.cichlid-forum.com
2007-04-10 16:28:11 · answer #6 · answered by Jackp1ne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without a species, no one can tell you what color the male is supposed to be.
2007-04-10 15:34:27 · answer #7 · answered by SabrinaD 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋