That said, not all African cichlids can be kept with other cichlids. Some cichlid species are too aggressive towards others, so it’s best to do some research on cichlid compatibility before adding any new cichlids to the tank. For example, Electric Yellows(Labidochromis caeruleus)are a Malawi...
Discus require a warmer water temperature than the majority of other tropical fish species – between 80 to 85°F. The fish is native to the Amazon River basin, so it’s worth opting for tank mates that also originate from this area or similar climates as they will have more compatible wa...
Cichlids are more comfortable in tropical tanks where the temperature might be too warm for a goldfish. 3. Gourami Image by: Karel Zahradka, Shutterstock Gouramis are not the best option as tank mates for goldfish. Gouramis are known to pick a fight with their tank mates and chase other...
They are relatively peaceful as far as jewel cichlids go, but you’ll still need to choose their tank mates carefully since they can get pretty feisty when breeding. Large (60 gallons and up) Now we get to the big show stoppers. 4 foot tank minimums are required here. These are all ...
Whether they make suitable tankmates varies based on the species of African cichlid. Flowerhorns, Jewel cichlids, and Lionhead cichlids are often considered too aggressive to be kept with other fish. In some cases, they shouldn’t even be kept with a same-species mate. ...
Rainbow cichlids are very beginner-friendly, and they tend to breed well in captivity and are hardy for a variety of tank environments. They do well with small tankmates and are omnivorous by nature. 10. Severums (Heros serverus) –Some of the largest cichlids on this list, severums grow...
The Harlequin Rasbora is a straightforward fish to care for. They are very hardy and can withstand a wide range of water conditions. They are also very good at hiding, so they are not easily bullied by other fish. They are peaceful fish and can be kept with various tank mates. They ar...
Jewel Cichlids are a group of brightly colored cichlids from Africa.Rate This Tank: 75 gallons reef tank (mostly live coral and fish) FRESHWATER AQUARIUM ARTICLES African Cichlid Aggression - How to Reduce Aggression Learn about the causes of cichlid aggression and methods for reducing it. How to...
tank can easily house four or five specimens without problems, especially if there are lots of hiding places. When kept in groups they are surprisingly noisy as well, making croaking and purring sounds that are presumably used as threats or to attract mates. Definitely something to listen for!