best African Cichlids for a 55 gallon? how many?

[Kayzee]

what can i get away with that has nice color and how many? I know there is the lake malawi kind and the tanganyijka thanks for any help

 

[james99]

Either one provides numerous options that will work. Look around for species that interest you, then list them here. After you find what you like we can help you pick what works.

 

[DJRansome]

Some examples.

Malawi 1m:4f of each:
Labidochromis caeruleus
Iodotropheus sprengerae
Cynotilapia sp. hara

Tanganyika:
12 Cyprichromis leptosoma utinta
Mated pair Altolamprologus calvus or Julidochromis marlieri Gombe
6 Lamprologus multifaciatus

 

[MoNsTeR FiS]

5 male Nagara flametail Pecocks and 4 female dragonblood females.