Download or read book Color Patterns of African Cichlids written by J. Voss and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Genetic Basis of Color Pattern Evolution in East African Cichlids written by Sabine Urban and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Cichlid Fishes written by George Barlow and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2008-12-15 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cichlid fishes are amazing creatures. In terms of sheer number of species, they are the most successful of all families of vertebrate animals, and the extent and speed with which they have evolved in some African lakes has made them the darlings of evolutionary biologists. But what truly captivates biologists like George Barlow -- not to mention thousands of aquarists the world over -- is the complexity of their social lives and their devotion to family (most species of cichlids are monogamous and many pairs share the responsibility of raising offspring). In this wonderful book, Barlow describes the unusually high intelligence of these fishes, their complex mating and parenting rituals, their bizarre feeding and fighting habits, and the unusual adaptations and explosive rate of speciation that have enabled them to proliferate and flourish. A celebration of their diversity, The Cichlid Fishes is also a marvelous exploration of how these unique animals might help resolve the age-old puzzle of how species arise and evolve.
Download or read book African Cichlid Training Guide written by Barry Phillip and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2023-01-30 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African cichlids are a larger species of freshwater fish that originate in Africa, Asia, and South America. These fish tend to be a popular pet among aquarists, due to the large range of colors that you can keep, even if you don’t have a saltwater tank. Each different kind has slightly varying temperaments as well, and are resilient in captivity. African cichlids are an extremely active group of fish, making them an aquarium favorite for viewing. Though they require special care, many different types can be good for beginning aquarium owners because of their toughness. This book is a Must Have for all African cichlid owners and for those who intend to keep this amazing pet. This book provides detailed and comprehensive information about African cichlids and answers all your unanswered questions with regards to African cichlid. It has been written in an easy to understand way that anyone can easily comprehend. In here, you will learn everything about African cichlid care, tanks, habitat, diet, buying, life span, food, cost, breeding, regeneration, health, behavior and temperament, medical research, fun facts and helpful tips on how to keep African cichlids as pets, and so much more!!! ORDER YOUR COPY NOW
Download or read book The Behavior Ecology and Evolution of Cichlid Fishes written by Maria E. Abate and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-19 with total page 832 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume constitutes the most recent and most comprehensive consideration of the largest family of bony fishes, the Cichlidae. This book offers an integrated perspective of cichlid fishes ranging from conservation of threatened species to management of cichlids as invasive species themselves. Long-standing models of taxonomy and systematics are subjected to the most recent applications and interpretations of molecular evidence and multivariate analyses; and cichlid adaptive radiations at different scales are elucidated. The incredible diversity of endemic cichlid species in African lakes is revisited as possible examples of sympatric speciation and as serious cases for management in complex anthropogenic environments. Extreme hydrology and bathymetry as driver of micro-allopatric speciation is explored in the African riverine hotspot of diversity of the lower Congo River. Dramatic new molecular evidence draws attention to the complex taxonomy and systematics of Neotropical cichlids including the crater lakes of Central America. Molecular genetics, genomics, imaging tools and field study techniques assess the roles of natural, sexual and kin selection in shaping cichlid traits and beyond. The complex behavioral adaptations of cichlids are considered from a number of sub-disciplines including sensory biology, neurobiology, development, and evolutionary ecology. Most importantly, this volume puts forth a wealth of new interpretations, explanatory hypotheses and proposals for practical management and applications that will shape the future for these remarkable fishes in nature as well as their use as models for the study of biology.
Download or read book Evo Devo of Color Pattern Formation written by Ricardo Mallarino and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2021-11-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cichlid Fishes written by M.H. Keenleyside and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1991-05-31 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cichlid fishes are an important group, being widely used in scientific research and as popular fish with aquarists. This group contains mainly small species which adjust quickly to captivity, exhibiting a readiness to breed and long periods of parental care for the young. This books comprehensive volume describes the current knowledge on the behaviour and ecology of the cichlid fishes.
Download or read book Mala i Cichlids in Their Natural Habitat written by Ad Konings and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Background Color Impacts Growth Survivorship and Color Development in an African Cichlid written by Travis Moore and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Developmental and Cellular Basis of Vertical Bar Color Patterns in the East African Cichlid Fish Haplochromis Latifasciatus written by Yipeng Liang and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cichlid Fish written by and published by David Oc. This book was released on with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cichlids from East Africa written by Wolfgang Staeck and published by Tetra Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book African Cichlid Guide written by Benny L Faucher and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-07-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the vibrant world of African cichlids with "African Cichlid Guide" by Benny L. Faucher, your ultimate resource for mastering the art of cichlid care. Whether you're a novice aquarist or a seasoned fish keeper, this comprehensive guide offers everything you need to create and maintain a thriving African cichlid aquarium. Why Choose African Cichlids? African cichlids are known for their dazzling colors, diverse species, and fascinating behaviors. Originating from the lakes of Africa, particularly the Great Rift Valley lakes of Malawi, Tanganyika, and Victoria, these fish are a favorite among aquarium enthusiasts for their beauty and dynamic social structures. What's Inside this Comprehensive Guide? Tank Setup: Learn how to choose the right aquarium size and setup a habitat that mimics the natural environment of African cichlids. Water Quality Management: Understand the importance of maintaining optimal pH levels, temperature, and water hardness to ensure the health of your fish. Aquarium Equipment: Discover essential equipment such as filters, heaters, and lighting systems that keep your tank in top condition. Nutritional Needs: Provide a balanced diet with high-quality pellets, live foods, and frozen foods tailored to the dietary requirements of African cichlids. Feeding Techniques: Establish effective feeding schedules and techniques to promote growth and vitality. Breeding Behavior: Identify signs of breeding readiness and understand the breeding habits of different cichlid species. Fry Care: Learn how to care for and feed the fry, ensuring their healthy development. Understanding Aggression: Manage territorial behaviors and reduce aggression through proper tank setup and species selection. Compatible Tank Mates: Choose suitable tank mates to create a harmonious community tank. Water Chemistry: Master the intricacies of water chemistry to create an optimal environment. Filtration Methods: Explore advanced filtration techniques to keep your aquarium clean and balanced. Who Should Read This Book? Beginners: If you're new to fishkeeping, this guide will walk you through the basics and help you avoid common pitfalls. Intermediate Aquarists: Gain deeper insights into advanced care techniques and problem-solving strategies. Experienced Fish Keepers: Enhance your expertise with the latest information and innovative practices in the hobby. Transform your aquarium into a stunning underwater landscape filled with the vibrant colors and dynamic behaviors of African cichlids. With "African Cichlid Guide" by Benny L. Faucher, you'll have all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Order your copy today and embark on a rewarding journey into the world of African cichlids!
Download or read book Mala i Cichlids in Their Natural Habitat written by Ad Konings and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Tanganyika Cichlids in Their Natural Habitat written by Ad Konings and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Om de mere end 200 arter af cichlider der lever i Tanganyikasøen, og om deres livsbetingelser
Download or read book Diversification in African Cichlid Fishes written by Catherine E. Wagner and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African cichlid fishes are a celebrated example of evolutionary diversification, and a thorough understanding of this diversification requires studies of both the origins of their diversity, and of the factors influencing broad scale evolutionary patterns. This body of work addresses evolutionary questions at these both of these levels. I first test the influence of habitat and distance on fine-scale population genetic structure in three sympatric cichlid species in Lake Tanganyika. These species show striking differences in their patterns of genetic subdivision within the same geographical region, implying substantially different patterns of gene flow. This suggests that both ecological and behavioral traits have a strong influence on the scale and degree of population subdivision, a finding which has implications for understanding differential propensities for diversification among lineages. Next, I study the population genetics of recent speciation in sympatric color morphs from Lake Tanganyika. I report genetic evidence that these color morphs diverged only recently, yet that barriers to gene flow exist which prevent extensive admixture despite their sympatric distribution. This is an unusual example of active diversification in Lake Tanganyika's ancient cichlid fauna. Moving to a macroevolutionary perspective, I next examine the factors that influence cichlid adaptive radiation. Cichlids have radiated within more than thirty African lakes, and in another seventy instances, colonizing lineages are present in lakes without diversifying. Using this "natural experiment", and a dataset iii including both environmental variables and information about the traits of colonizing cichlid lineages, I find that lineage-specific traits related to sexual selection, and environmental factors related to ecological opportunity, both strongly influence whether cichlids radiate. Finally, I examine the environmental influences on the species richness of cichlids within African lakes. I show that total species richness per lake is correlated with measures of lake size and energy, and that the species richness of radiations is limited by these same environmental variables. I conclude that ecological carrying capacities exist which render the total diversity of cichlids predictable within these lakes, but that these diversities are achieved by lineage-specific diversification outcomes, thereby producing marked differences in the faunal composition of different lakes. iv.
Download or read book Genetic Variation in Fast evolving East African Cichlid Fishes written by Yong-Hwee Eddie Loh and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cichlid fishes from the East African Rift lakes Victoria, Tanganyika and Malawi represent a preeminent example of replicated and rapid evolutionary radiation. In this single natural system, numerous morphological (eg. jaw and tooth shape, color patterns, visual sensitivity), behavioral (eg. bower-building) and physiological (eg. development, neural patterning) phenotypes have emerged, much akin to a mutagenic screen. This dissertation encompasses three studies that seek to decipher the underpinnings of such rapid evolutionary diversification, investigated via the genetic variation in East African cichlids. : We generated a valuable cichlid genomic resource of five low-coverage Lake Malawi cichlid genomes, from which the general properties of the genome were characterized. Nucleotide diversity of Malawi cichlids was low at 0.26%, and a sample genotyping study found that biallelic polymorphisms segregate widely throughout the Malawi species flock, making each species a mosaic of ancestrally polymorphic genomes. A second genotyping study expanded our evolutionary analysis to cover the entire East African cichlid radiation, where we found that more than 40% of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were ancestral polymorphisms shared across multiple lakes. Bayesian analysis of genetic structure in the data supported the hypothesis that riverine species had contributed significantly to the genomes of Malawi cichlids and that Lake Malawi cichlids are not monophyletic. Both genotyping studies also identified interesting loci involved in important sensory as well as developmental pathways that were well differentiated between species and lineages. We also investigated cichlid genetic variation in relation to the evolution of microRNA regulation, and found that divergent selection on miRNA target sites may have led to differential gene expression, which contributed to the diversification of cichlid species. Overall, the patterns of cichlid genetic variation seem to be dominated by the phenomena of extensive sharing of ancestral polymorphisms. We thus believe that standing genetic variation in the form of ancestrally inherited polymorphisms, as opposed to variations arising from new mutations, provides much of the genetic diversity on which selection acts, allowing for the rapid and repeated adaptive radiation of East African cichlids.
