New World Cichlids for Sale
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New World Cichlids for Sale
New World cichlids encompass a vast and diverse group of freshwater fish native to North, Central, and South America. On Light Fish you'll find an extensive selection listed by hobbyists and breeders, including oscars, convicts, firemouths, Jack Dempseys, green terrors, geophagus, and many more. From small, peaceful species to large, bold centerpiece fish, New World cichlids offer something for every level of aquarist.
All New World cichlid orders on Light Fish are backed by a platform-wide Live Arrival Guarantee. Fish are packed in breather bags with temperature-appropriate packs, shipped in insulated boxes via priority or overnight carrier, and weather-monitored along the route. Care requirements vary widely by species — each Light Fish listing includes the seller's care notes for that specific cichlid. Many New World cichlids are highly intelligent and form strong bonds with their keepers.
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What buyers say
4.7 out of 5 from 114 reviews on real orders
“Multiple orders over the last year and I've never been disappointed. Living in the middle of Texas my concern is packaging. "Grandma" ensures the safety of fish during shipment with first class packaging (I live in the…”
Rick K., TX
Bought Albino Blue Topaz Guppies - Adult TRIO
“All 11 were bright eyed and bushytailed right out of the box! Swimming like crazy in their travel bag just aching to be released! So after 30 minutes of acclimation, that's just what I did. Now they're lost somewhere…”
Patrick G., WA
Bought 10 (+1 Free) Ocean Blue High Grade Neocaridina Dwarf Shrimp
“I received a beautiful, complex, small knot of spider wood that looks stunning from multiple angles. Timely shipping, well packaged with no broken pieces. For this price I definitely feel like a winner, no complaints…”
Katherine S., MI
Bought Spider Wood Driftwood (4x6")
“The ahrimp arrived alive and healthy, and they came really well packaged for safety. It's a nice mix of males and females. Very happy with my order and would definitely order from this seller again!”
Jennifer A., Ohio
Bought 20+1 Red Cherry Shrimp/ Neocaridina Red Shrimp/ Live Freshwater Shrim.
“Well packed, great communication, fast shipping. Fish were healthy and adapted easily.”
Jessica P., MD
Bought Midnight Blue Galaxy Guppy (1 Trio) + 1 Pair Doa
“Love my new snails! Seller gave a good assortment of size and color. I especially like the pink snails as they are a very pretty, unique color. The well-packaged snail container came quickly via UPS without incident. As…”
Sarah M., WI
Bought 25+ Ramshorn Snails (Pink, Blue, Red, Leopard) + Free Floating Plants