Are these haitiensis or cuban?

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The one in front of the brown cylinder looks like female..
If it was me, I'd put her in a separate tank to grow out, or a compartment to keep her from being harassed by the males, until she's ready.
 
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The one in front of the brown cylinder looks like female..
If it was me, I'd put her in a separate tank to grow out, or a compartment to keep her from being harassed by the males, until she's ready.
This tank belong to pet store,ı bought 2 fish.I will grow out as you say,thanks all help 🙂
 
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Usually when I do this (with any cichlid), I put a female in the middle compartment, and a male on each side.
It is usually obvious after a while, which one (if any she selects), or rejects.
With cichlids, just because you have a male and female, doesn't mean they are compatible.
With my female haitiensus, she took her time, killed a few males, but finally decided on one, and mated with him constantly for many years.
Sometimes just throwing a male and female together, doesn't cement a strong enough, or lasting bond.
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I also like to use a divider that allows scent cues, and current provided by the movement of their bodies, and be assessed.
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