3-in Dovii @ LFS

[wtctran]

Hello everyone,

I spotted a 3-in Dovii at LFS, according to the owner, a customer decided not to keep after hearing all the growing pain stories. The cost is $10 for me and I am tempted but would like consult the experts here first since I am a newbie to monster fish. Thanks in advance.

Tank = 120g (48”x24”x24”)
Tank mate = none
Experiences = knows what not to do & always question when in doubt

Questions
1. How long before it outgrows the above tank?
2. Someone also offer me a 5-in fahaka or 7-in ornate bichir? Can both be kept in the same tank? Which will be a better if chose?
3. What are other alternatives? Please no common cichlids such as Jack Dempsey, Oscar or red devil, etc.
4. Please move to proper forum if incorrectly placed.

 

[that_fish_Guy]

With a 120 your very tight on space. You can keep a dovii but not for life. Especially in a tank of 120 gallons the dovii would need to have a one fish tank. a fahaka puffer needs a larger tank and wouldn't do fine with the dovii at all. Other cichlids would be limited I mean....sorry but you wouldnt be able to keep dovii, Umbee, festae or anything too large ... Your choices are limited especially in a smaller tank such as a 120

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[wtctran]

Thanks for the speedy reply.
How long can I keep the solo Dovii or until what size?

 

[FriedFlowerHornFillet]

figure it will grow about an inch and a half a month

 

[Freshwaterpredators]

You would be fine with a dovii in a 120 for about two years. Once they hit 12" their growth rate is cut in half.


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[wtctran]

Folks,

I have narrowed down my 3-choices for a single occupancy, preference in follow orders. Please input your thoughts, comments & reasons base on tank size & duration. Thanks.

5-in fahaka

3-in dovii
Freshwaterpredators = 2-years
Friedflowerhornfillet = grow rate @ 1-1/2in/month

7-in ornate bichir