How big of a tank

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elvispacman

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How big of a tank would i need to house
1 tiger oscar
1 tilapia
1 jack dempsey
1 convict
2 Clown loaches
I've already got a Tiger Oscar,a Tilapia and a JD and i'm looking for a 125 gallon to house them because the 55gallon their in isn't big enough. and around what price range would the tank be at.With the filters,heater etc. included. not the stand though i can make that.
 
I dont know about the rest of the stock, but I believe clown loaches should be kept in schools of 5-6 minimum.
 
If you are looking for used you might be able to find one on craigslist. Don't know how it is in Houston, but here (suburbs of Chicago) I can find a 125g pretty easily. Then just have to wait for a decent price, which normally isn't that long. I got mine with everything I needed for $375. That includes a beautiful oak stand, the tank (obviously), wet/dry filter with media and plumbing, pump, heater, etc. It really was everything I needed to get started. Just don't lay down any money until you see the actual tank and until you see it filled. I have had my share of experiences where people promised me the tank held water and then when I told them to fill it or no sale it didn't. Actually had one where the tank split at the seams making a huge mess.

You could also try aquabid.com or the marketplace here. Never tried those, but maybe.
 
Thanks man actually i saw one on craigslist for 650 for it and it had 25+ cichlids so i decided not to
Actually so how many gallons minimum would i need to house all the fishes i listed
 
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