So I received this 45g tank from my friend. It's in great condition. Dimensions are 36"x13"x21". My question is if it is possible for me to make this into an afrcian cichlid tank. I know my only option 9if any 0 is mbuna.
Can I make this an african cichlid tank
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Also as a follow-up question, if I did go with cynotilapia afra species, should I stick to a single species?
Yes. Keep in mind that female Cynotilapia afra (renamed zebroides) are not colorful. So 1m:4f you will have one colorful fish.
IMO saulosi are the exception to the rule that 3m:9f will work in a 36" tank.
IMO saulosi are the exception to the rule that 3m:9f will work in a 36" tank.
It is a proven tank, because people are attracted by the bright colors of both genders. It has even worked in a 30" tank.
Not so zebroides. If you want to try it you can always rehome fish if it does not work. The Cynos have varying temperaments...I'd do Cobue if I was going to experiment.
I know people have tried it with rusties and failed.
Not so zebroides. If you want to try it you can always rehome fish if it does not work. The Cynos have varying temperaments...I'd do Cobue if I was going to experiment.
I know people have tried it with rusties and failed.