3 bichirs would probably max out the tank. I would stick with one if you want other fish.
40 gallon breeder stocking help
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1 Senegal with those other fish would still be on the heavy side. As long as you add the Congo tetras at the same time, they should do fine. Mine killed 5/6 new additions.
CB Senegal is fine in a 40b I would take out the catfish though since they’ll be fighting for floor space with the Senegal, you could even get two sens as long as they’re captive bred. The ctenopoma will be ok for a long time if you start small and I think the ABF is fine to. I think you’re pretty full with what I just mentioned but should be ok
Interesting tank size. have one of my own and they naturally arent that tall. Is your stand lower or higher? mine personally is lower so im putting a leopard gecko inside in a few weeks because over the top they are visually appealing and easier to care for. Now I know you want fish but try and look into ones over the top appealing if your tank is lower. Puffer would be cool maybe an avocado, red eyed and pea. not all together but could do a few pea puffers. african butterfly previously mentioned is a really good one as well. But it depends on what you like and the position of your tank. Dont want to have to bend down to try and fnd your raphael catfish lol. Maybe some cool water bangers similar to oscars would be cool too, of course oscars get to big so sadly a no on them unless you plan to upgrade.
yeah that's another good option. is that because you think a single cb senegal would be too big for the 40 (along with the butterflies and maybe tetras or something else)?
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Raphaels aren't synos.........Senegal Bichirs tank size: 40 gallon
Chaca Chaca: Never heard of them.thebiggerthebetter
African Butterflyfish: 40 gallons
Leopard Ctenopama: 40 gallons, but I would want 50
As for synos, raphaels are cool, but only get seen once every month or so.
What I would do:
Senegal Bichir x1
African Butterflyfish x2
Small school of Congo tetras
Keep in mind, this is heavily stocked.
Other Oddballs:
Spiny Eels (Zig Zag spiny eel would be your best bet)
Assorted Puffers (Congo, and Dragon)
Red wolffish (no tank mates)
Some rare cichlids such as Eastern Happy
If you are interested in puffers or other rare (emphasis on the rare) oddballs,Fat Homer is cool.
Woops! But Raphaels are catfish lol. I would choose between these stocks:
#1
Captive-bred Senegal Bichir (x1)
African butterfly fish (x3)
Congo Tetras (x7)
#2
Pea Puffers (x12)
Full Grown Amano Shrimp (x5)
#3
Senegal Bichir (x2)
Leopard Ctenopama (x3)
Congo Tetras (x5)
Congo Tetras are a must; they are super vicious, can hold there ground and bully fish 2 times there size, and get super colorful. As I said before, mine killed 5/6 new additional Congo Tetras, so make sure to get them all at one time. Pea Puffers are so cute! They are small, fun to watch, but aggressive, so thats why a pea puffer only tank would be good. Large Amano Shrimp with Leaf Litter are super cool. Check out SerpaDesign’s Video on the pea puffers. African Butterfly fish are like Arowanas, or so I am told. They will jump out for food, They will eat anything, and they are a super unique fish. Good luck!
12 pea puffers is A LOT. and they would eat the shrimp. Remember the bichirs are aggresive, putting them with the congos may not end well. Personally I havent tried it but they may eat them or nip. the 3 leaf fish is also a lot.these fish I know he said he want aggresive but his may be to much along with the 2 bichirs. I think in maybe a 75 or minimun 55 these wouldnt be to bad. Its gonna be a fight for teritory
