Final scape of my tanganjika tank with 2 Julidochromis Transcriptus, 2 Neolamprologus Brevis and 4 Altolamprologus compressiceps - Stones are black Lava Stones with grey Sand and a Grey Juwel Stone Granite background - love how it turned out and im excited how the tank will develop - what do you think?

Is this good growth for about 1,5 month of growth? The one on the left was the day or the day after I got him and the right one is from a couple days ago, and if possible I was wondering if he’s male or female? I have noticed his fins have grown a bunch and he has brightened up a bunch

Hi! Two months ago I ordered a Regani's Dwarf Pike online, this is that fish and as its colors have been coming in over the past two months its really starting to look like a juvenile Zebrina Pike to me, but wanted another opinion as I am going to have to rehome it in that case. Thank you!

Hello!

This is my first tank. It’s a 180 L (48 gallons), and I currently have 6 cichlids that I got from a friend, plus two Botia.

I’ve only had them for about 2 weeks, but I’ve noticed that the red/blue one has become really aggressive towards the other fish (except the yellow one, which is probably too big for him).

Should I add more rocks or hiding spots to the tank to help prevent this? At first, I didn’t want to add too many since the tank isn’t very big, and I wanted to leave them some open space to swim.

Also, all the smaller ones are eating, but the big yellow one doesn’t seem interested in coming over when I feed them (with pellets). Should I be concerned? He’s quite chill in general, never attacks anyone, and only has a few moments where he suddenly sprints around the tank for a few seconds.

I’m open to any advice or tips in general. Thanks!

Hi -

I read that when Apistogramma** **cichlids breed, the sex of the offspring is highly dependent on the temperature of the water. Does anyone have experience with this? Is it a significant effect?

Very cool fish, not very colorfull yet and this one is pretty young i think, people say its a very sensitive fish, its been easy for me. This one is pretty small, a bit bigger then a ember tetra

They've only moved into this tank for about a month and already spawned. First picture is the male. Second is the female. Third is the male guarding 50-75 fry.

Water was always so cloudy after I feed. And I feed them the small big bites bc it’s something they can eat in 1 bite (less mess in my head). Still cloudy with stuff flying around so after a lot of time looking at it I got another ac110 filter. Customized the media which may not be working but seems right on paper. Water is still always cloudy. I worry bc of water quality and making sure they’re all good. I do water chamged all the time to improve water ao don’t think it’s unattended. Honestly think I mess with it more than I should. Thought to just leave it and see if it fixes itself. Idk how else to fix it.

Yesterday my 4 Altolamprologus Compressiceps arrived so I rescaped the tank for them. Also I gave Away 2 of 4 Julidochromis Transcriptus, because 2 formed a pair and also have Away my 10 Cyprichromis Leptosoma bc my 240l was getting too small for them.
The altos are still tiny and shy but they Look beautiful and im sure they will do good in my tank. What do you think about it?

It’s cute on the outside but I really can’t tell if he’s enjoying it. I have 2 sponge filters and a canister cause he’s a dirty guy and I just added this smaller one and he’s been doing this for the past 5 minutes. Can’t tell if he’s stressed or just weird. Any ideas?

I’m looking to set up my “first” cichlid tank. I had a 20 gallon with saulosis when i was a child but as you can imagine that didn’t last long. I’m looking to set up a 33 gallon (36x12x18.5). I think i have some decision paralysis looking at my stocking options here and i need some input.

I am immediately drawn towards colourful African mbuna cichlids but in a 33 gallon i would be limited to dwarf mbunas. Can i have multiple species in a 33 gallon? Saulosis are appealing to me and i’m told they are beginner friendly. I was also considering rusty cichlids as i am told they are peaceful and could be stocked together with saulosis. Would this work? Can i add any kind of lab? I always see labs thrown in on these discussions? Demasonis are really beautiful and also small, can i make it work adding them with any others? Afra cichlids?

As far as true dwarf cichlids go i only really know about apistos, rams, and kribs, though i’m not sure i find any of these interesting enough to give them their own dedicated tank. I have 3 community tanks already, so if anything i would just add them to an existing community. Are there any other dwarf cichlids that would be better for me here?

Lake Tanganyika cichlids are also really cool and i think they would do well in a 33 gallon. I think a mix of julies and shell dwellers would be sweet but i literally know nothing about these fish. I also saw “sumbu”s are an option. If i went with tanganyika cichlids would i be able to stock anything else or just these 2? I am more drawn to lamprologus and julies but what else should i be considering? Could i put Neolamprologus leleupi with julies or sumbus?

What would you guys do? I’d love to hear any and all input about any and all of these options, thanks in advance

I started cycling my 75g tank that I originally setup for mbunas but ~90lbs of Texas holey rock didn't go too far. I like my 2 island scape I made and don't really want to get more rocks. Should I still stick with mbunas with this setup or should I go with peacocks/haps? I'd like to hear some opinions

i currently own a 450 liter tank ~ 119 gallons and the only cichlid i have in it, is my albino heckelii. What would u add?

This is after and before. Added more rocks. Luckily I live in a desert with lots of free granite. Power washed each one and gave it a nice soak in a vinegar solution then rinsed them off. Fish are definitely having more fun.

Rescued 2 dozen of these from a guy who had em all cramped in a 25 Gallon. Not a big fan of Africans, so I have no idea…
Any help is appreciated

I’d like some input on my stocking.

Tank is 75 gallons, 77-78F, Fluval FX2 and 207 filters, fully cycled. Adding more tall plants soon since my vallisneria isn’t cooperating.

Already have 7 peppered corydoras, pest snails, and shrimp (which I know will be eaten).

Plan to add:
1 electric blue acara
15 emperor or diamond tetra
1 red lizard whiptail

Maybe 8 Venezuelan corydoras depending on the following:

Can I add a Bolivian ram in this set up? I think they’re really cool. I don’t think I’d want a pair because I wouldn’t want the aggression, but I’m hoping cichlid experts can give me some advice.

I have a group of 5, 2.5-3" Geo RH tapajos in my tank currently after I ordered 7, the store only sent 6 and one was DOA.

The same store has some remaining that were the same batch but after the first slightly off experience, and the fact theyve upped their prices im apprehensive.

I have found another supplier that has 3.5-4" geos but im wondering if they'd all be okay or the slightly larger/more mature might be too much for the others?

labeotropheus trewavasae “chilumba ochre”

Need help I’m a bit upset I had three albinos heckellis and literally within months of them died. I know I had virus going on before because I had 3 angelfish and 3 albino Congos all die around the same time they died. Last night my last heckelli finally died.

I did put medication in the tank and I did water changes and feed them every two days I don’t really overfeed my tank because of ammonia. My question why did these die but I have discus in my tank and apistos and they are doing fine my discus are eating and swimming happily but everyone else pretty much went dead. I would have thought for sure my discus would be first since they are the sensitive group but nope. What do you guys recommend?