New 55 gal

[dirty332]

Im thinkin about some africa chichlids but dont know what one's, anyone have any sugestions?

 

[thecichlidaddict]

Welcome to the world of cichlids, where there are too many fish to be recommended. So I can give you a list, but I'm afraid that might spiral you into further confusion.

The best way you can set up an African cichlid tank (or any fish tank really) is armed with as much knowledge as possible.

 

[KnuckleHead]

Definatly do some research before getting any fish. Ive been toying with the idea of a Malawi tank myself. Only problem is finding the room.

 

[Tragic Avenue]

What does your tap water test?

 

[CichlidFan]

I cant make any suggestions (even though im IN LOVE with bricardi), my personal 55 gallon has 2 mbuna (1 albino), one large livingstonii, two venustus and 2 jewels *aggressive breeding machines* and one common pl*co the same side of the medium sized cichlids in the tank. The Ph is kep really alkaline (thanks to my well fed faucet water), substrate is a mix half and half white gravel/crushed coral. I used flat slabs of natural rock from a riverbed nearby to make the caves and for prettiness i use two large fake plants. 60 gallon topfin filter, submersible heater and a 20 gallon powerhead for a bit of current. So far i havent had any major problems with them save with the jewels. They go into breeding mode like once a week and cause trouble in the tank. Ill be moving them soon. The key (in my opinion) is to make sure you stick to one lake or region for your cichlids. For example, dont mix mbuna (african) with an oscar (asian). Two different water compatibilities and needs. Knowledge is most definatly key as well. Do your research. If you make an impulsive buy it may shape the way your tank grows with occupants for the duration.

I hope ive been of some help. Feel free to email me if you have any questions!
8)

 

[tdins_2]

i wanted to make a cichlid tank myself and i was wondering if i could keep firemouths and oscar togeter or is it one or the other.

70g tank with sand substrate and driftwood and rock

 

[phoenix]

yes you can keep firemouthes and an oscar togeather for the most part. but a 70 gallon is not enough tank to house a full grown oscar.. youll need a 100 gallon full grown. And some will not tolerate other fish. And some will do fine with other fish..
each fish has its own personality on that..