I have just joined this forum today, and want to do things the right way...meaning I want to learn before getting into the monster fish (always thought it was stupid to get involved then try to learn) I know this has got to be a newbie question, but I was curious what the difference is between a red devil, and a midas cichlid was thanks for taking the time to help a newbie to the community.
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Welcome to the forum! Although I'm sorry I can't answer your question (due to the knowledge I have not yet gained) I'm sure someone here can and will soon!
Welcome to MFK! ;]
Welcome to MFK! ;]
A midus is more full, round, stockier and has a bigger kok (head). A red devil is more slimmer and not as plump, has a pointier nose. However, most likly you will get a mix of a red devil and a midus, hybrid. They is very 100% put red devils or midus.out there.
Take a look at some pics
Midus
http://www.google.ca/images?hl=en&q=midas cichlid&um=1&ie=UTF-8&source=og&sa=N&tab=wi
Red Devil
http://www.google.ca/images?um=1&hl...ed+devil+cichlid&aq=f&aqi=g1&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=
Take a look at some pics
Midus
http://www.google.ca/images?hl=en&q=midas cichlid&um=1&ie=UTF-8&source=og&sa=N&tab=wi
Red Devil
http://www.google.ca/images?um=1&hl...ed+devil+cichlid&aq=f&aqi=g1&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=
Midas- Amphilophus citrinellus, hence my name.
Red Devil- Amphilophus labiatus
They're both similar species, and are often confused with one another. Most found at local fish stores tend to be hybrids of the two like chick mentioned. The guaranteed way to get a pure one is through a reputable breeder, if you want I could tell you a few. If you ever have trouble identifying one, I suggest you post pictures of them here and we could differentiate between the two.
Red Devil- Amphilophus labiatus
They're both similar species, and are often confused with one another. Most found at local fish stores tend to be hybrids of the two like chick mentioned. The guaranteed way to get a pure one is through a reputable breeder, if you want I could tell you a few. If you ever have trouble identifying one, I suggest you post pictures of them here and we could differentiate between the two.
Thank you very much for your time, and knowledgeable answers I really appreciate it. I do not have any yet to post pictures of, and I don't need to find a reputable breeder as of yet because I don't feel I have enough knowledge about what I would need to do as far as responsible fish keeping, but thank you for the offer I will keep it in mind.
Welcome and may I say you are on the right track. Research what you like and want. Then research what you can realisticially care for. Also don't be afraid to ask questions especially on this form.