Cichlid Care

I wanted cichlids, but my tank is too small, what kinds of other fish can i have?

KDHeine wants to know: I would also say thanks again to whoever helped me on my last question , so thanks. I have a Eclipse system 6. I know its small, but i would like to get some medium sized fish for it. I wanted cichlids, but its too small from what ive heard and researched. [...]

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what are some smaller type of African Cichlid i can start out with?

michael_angelo076 wants to know: i have a 55g, i know i will go bigger soon but with this tank what type are good and how many can i get not to over crowd? i have an ele yellow, blue & black convicts what else would go with these guys?

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what type of african cichlid have a semi agressive temparment?

redcar wants to know: or should i say name any african cichlids that i can put in 1 tank and they will get along fine

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Is there anything i can do with an ultra aggressive african cichlid?

DrowningSlowly wants to know: I got him when he was tiny along with a gurami which i later learned is a horrible idea, now i have a full 55gal tank with good fish and a lonely cichlid in a 20gal. I dont wanna flsuh him or anything cuz hes cool jus really really mean.

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what is a good amount of cichlids in a tank?

jinsup12 wants to know: i have three jackdempseys and im about to buy some more cichlids, they are very territorial, if i get more cichlids in the tank would like their mind set of havin territory b gone? i was also thinking about gettin the parrot head, would be okay with them?

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Hey guys, does anyone have any experience keeping SA dwarf cichlids with Amano shrimp?

Bret wants to know: I’m starting up a new Apistogramma tank and wanted to know if I can also keep Amano shrimp. The tank is in the cycling process so I’m still a long way off from introducing any animals. It’s going to be moderately planted so the shrimp should have decent cover. [...]

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can Cichlids be kept outdoors in a tank during the winter?

Tenacious wants to know: they are convict Cichlids i have no heater but i but a reptile light above

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In followup to my earlier question, what type of cichlids are best?

sallysue wants to know: Okay, I am thinking I will go with cichlids only and not get the oscar after all. What types of cichlids will get along best? I know some are more aggressive than others, and i would like a pretty, peaceful tank. Any ideas?

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my african cichlid is staying in one place?

Dylan K wants to know: he just seems to be staying in one place in the tank and if he moves its rare and goes back to tht spot… whats wrong?

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African cichlid aggression problem?

Peon wants to know: My sulfur head ~4″ is being bullied, its in a 55 with 13 other peacocks. A lot of them are starting to pick on him while my 2-3″ fish are pretty calm and have no problems with aggression from other fish. Should i overstock a bit more or remove him in [...]

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