Need an Id

tskemble

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Feb 25, 2007
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I picked up this fish this afternoon. Not really sure why. At first I thought it was a Midas or red devil, but now I really have no idea what it is. The fish store had no idea. They deal mostly in salt. Help me out with a Id on this guy. Thanks

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twin_caleb

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Sep 3, 2008
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not to derail ur thread but where in indiana r u from...good looking fish tho...im not into cichlids that much..how much did he run u?
 

q_fish

Candiru
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red devil??
 

tskemble

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Feb 25, 2007
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At least my first instincts don't seem to be that far off. Its the most peaceful fish in the tank currently. Thats why I thought it might not be a midas or red devil. Its about 6" right now. I got it for $6. Now I'm really hoping my TSN doesn't try and eat it.
 

q_fish

Candiru
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RD and midas arent very friendly sometime haha =) when they get older
 

Cichlaholics Anonymous

Polypterus
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looks like a RD x midas, unless you got it from a reputable breeder (rapps, etc.)
 

Jason_S

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yeah, common rd/midas cross most likely. based on the body shape, my first guess is that it's most likely female but no guarantee on that. :)
 
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