Description
Platinum white polar cichlids are a selectively bred white form of the polar blue, a short-bodied line of the convict cichlid. Growing up to 8cm in length, these freshwater cichlids are best identified by their pale colouration and compact, rounded bodies.
Polar cichlids can be aggressive, especially when breeding, so be mindful when choosing tank mates. We recommend keeping them as a pair, and avoiding slow moving or long finned fish such as fancy guppies, bettas or angel fish.
To mimic their natural environment, consider a sandy substrate with caves, rocks and bogwood to create hiding places and break up lines of sight. Polar cichlids dig, so when using live plants, consider epiphytes such as Java fern and anubias, which can be attached to driftwood or rock.
At Wirral Aquatics we feed our polar cichlids Artemia, Insect meal and Mussel sticks. We also feed live foods including bloodworm, brine shrimp and daphnia.
Tank compatibility & care
Ordering livestock
We strive to ensure that we honour all orders placed online. However, we are a small, busy shop and tracking livestock inventory can be challenging. If we are unable to fulfil your order, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss options so that you can decide how you would like to proceed.
If livestock are appearing out of stock on our website, it does not necessarily mean that they are not available in store. If there is something that you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss what is possible.
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