African Cichlids & Koi Fish
For sale in Wichita, KS. Tank-raised cichlids, pond-ready koi, and the aquarium and pond supplies to keep them healthy.
🐠 Visit the Fish Tanks 📞 (316) 265-9930Mr. Mc’s Market stocks one of the better selections of African cichlids and koi fish in Wichita, KS. Multiple species, color varieties, and sizes — plus the tanks, food, and water treatments to keep them thriving. Whether you’re starting your first aquarium or stocking a backyard koi pond, stop in and see what’s swimming today.
African Cichlid Varieties
African cichlids are some of the most colorful freshwater fish you can keep. We rotate stock based on what’s available, but the regulars include:
🔵 Mbuna (Lake Malawi)
Smaller, aggressive, vibrant blues, yellows, and oranges. Perfect for rocky aquariums.
🦚 Peacock Cichlids
Bright, peaceful by African cichlid standards. Great for community Malawi tanks.
💎 Haplochromis (Haps)
Larger Lake Malawi cichlids with stunning color patterns when males mature.
🌊 Lake Tanganyika Species
Frontosa, Tropheus, and shell-dwellers. Different setup needs than Malawi.
🦋 Lake Victoria Cichlids
Less common, increasingly rare in the wild. Solid colors, lively personalities.
✨ Demasoni & Rusty
Beginner-friendly Mbuna species — small, hardy, brilliant blues and reds.
ℹ️ Ask Before You Buy
African cichlid compatibility matters. Some species fight, some interbreed, some need different water chemistry. Tell us your tank size and current stock — we’ll help you pick fish that work together.
Koi Fish Selection
Koi for ponds, water gardens, and large outdoor tanks. We carry both juvenile and grow-out sizes when available:
Kohaku
Classic white with red patches. The signature koi pattern.
Sanke
White, red, and black. The traditional ‘three-color’ koi.
Showa
Black-based with red and white. Bold, dramatic patterns.
🌟 Yamabuki Ogon
Solid metallic yellow-gold. Sunlight on a fish.
Platinum Ogon
Solid metallic white. Stunning in a planted pond.
🦋 Butterfly Koi
Long flowing fins. The graceful variety.
Aquarium & Pond Supplies
Tanks & Filters
Starter aquariums, filter media, heaters, pumps.
Pond Equipment
Liners, pumps, fountains, UV clarifiers. See our Pond section.
Food
Pellet food sized for fry, juveniles, and adults. Sinking, floating, and color-enhancing formulas.
Water Treatments
Dechlorinator, pH adjusters, bacterial cultures, algae controls.
Test Kits
Ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, pH, KH, GH. Test before you stock.
Substrate & Decor
Crushed coral for African cichlids. Aquarium plants. Caves and ornaments.
🌡️ African Cichlids Need Hard, Alkaline Water
Lake Malawi and Tanganyika water is naturally hard and high pH (7.8–8.6). Most Wichita tap water needs buffering. We stock crushed coral substrate and pH buffers that handle this — ask in the aisle.
Why Buy Your Fish at Mr. Mc’s
Locally Held & Healthy
Fish acclimated to local water conditions before they go home with you. Fewer losses.
Expert Advice In-Store
Real talk about what works for your tank or pond. No corporate scripts.
Multiple Departments
Pick up fish, food, water treatments, and feeder minnows in one trip.
Open 9 to 9, 7 Days
Stop by after work, on the weekend, whenever. We’re open.
Visit Mr. Mc’s Market
📍 1901 E 21st St N
Wichita, KS 67214
🕐 Open 9 AM – 9 PM, 7 days a week