What is the Most UNDERRATED CICHLID? 11 Aquarium YouTubers Debate!

What is the most underrated cichlid in the hobby? We brought together 11 aquarium YouTubers to answer that exact question—and their picks might surprise you! From bold personalities to stunning colors, unique behaviors, and rare species, these cichlids are hidden gems that deserve way more attention.

Find all of these YouTubers below!

Joey:    / @thekingofdiy  
John:    / @kgtropicals  
Evan:    / @riffwaters  
Jay:    / @siccegroup  
Mike & Will:    / @cichpsyche  
Ben:    / @benochart  
Brock:    / @rockhillaquatics  

Whether you're into African cichlids, South American species, or just looking for something new for your tank, this video is packed with inspiration from some of the most passionate fishkeepers on YouTube.

In this video, you’ll discover:
🐟 Cichlids with amazing personality
🌈 Underrated fish with insane coloration
📉 Rare and overlooked species
🧠 Behavior that’ll blow your mind

Which cichlid do you think is the most underrated? Drop it in the comments!

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - King of DIY
3:44 - KGTropicals
5:28 - Riffwaters
7:17 - Alec
8:14 - Jay Wilson
8:46 - Cich Psyche
11:19 - Quinn
12:03 - Ben Ochart
13:17 - Rockhill Aquatics
14:17 - Troy
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