To promote the knowledge of the Cichlid family of fish.

To promote interest in the care and breeding of Cichlids, particularly in Great Britain.

To promote the conservation of Cichlids, both in captivity and in the wild.

The BCA is a non-profit making society which aims to promote knowledge of Cichlids, interest in their care and breeding and the conservation of endangered Cichlids.

The Association publishes a Newsletter, its journal Cichlidae and Information Pamphlets for members. Two meetings are held each year. Members can obtain advice, information and literature about Cichlids, and they can also purchase books, photos, videos and other goods from the Association.

MEETINGS.

There are two BCA meetings each year, which are held in different parts of the country in rotation. At the Convention in March members can hear speakers talk about the latest advances in knowledge about Cichlids; recent Conventions have included lectures by Ad Konings, Paul Loiselle and other respected experts for around the world. The Annual General Meeting is held in October to discuss the business of the Association and to elect Officers for the following year.

Each of these meetings also includes an Auction, when members can sell surplus stock and equipment. The fishes on sale often include unusual species which are rarely available in shops.

The Association publishes its journal Cichlidae for members. Two meetings are held each year, one of which offers the opportunity to hear some of the top cichlid experts. Recent speakers have included Ad Konings, well known for his books on Malawi and Tanganyikan cichlids and Professor George Turner who specialises in the study of the speciation of Malawi cichlids. In the autumn an AGM is combined with a second 300-lot auction, where members can buy and sell cichlids.

The current membership is approximately 360. Members can obtain advice, information and literature about Cichlids, in addition to purchasing books and other materials at competitive prices.

CICHLIDAE.

Annually, members receive six issues of Cichlidae, a colour publication, containing articles, information on forthcoming B.C.A events, including area groups, and news items.

HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?  If you would like to view a sample of our publication's or download a poster for your local cichlid dealer please click here

Sample packs of B.C.A. publications are available at a price of £3.00 inc. P & P from :
Publicity Officer, 57 Sheering Lower Rd, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 9LG.

Should you have any questions regarding the BCA please use the links below to contact one of the committee.