Convict cichlid are one of the most popular cichlids in the aquarium trade due to their unique look and straightforward care requirements. They are an excellent specie for beginners and a bonus when pairing of and spawning, protecting their eggs and eventually the offspring.
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Size | Temperament |
| Amatitlania nigrofasciata | Convict or zebra cichlid. | 100-120mm | Highly aggressive |
| Water Temperature | Water pH | Tank Size | Diet |
| 26–29 °C | 6.6–7.8 | 75 litres | Omnivore |