minumum tank size

[aznjonathanchu@yahoo.com]

ats the minumum tank size for a jd and a firemouth. can they be kept wiht a poly?

 

[Dreamsofpeace54]

55, the jd will grow large and will need a 55 by himself, youd be able to squeeze the firemouth in there but watch for aggression. And yes keeping a poly with them should be fine.

 

[mostlycichlids]

55g minimum, some Jd's may outgrow the 55g.

 

[jgentry]

I agree. A 55g will work most of the time. A female JD might work best. They won't get quite as large.

 

[crisper]

A 55 g would be okay but a 75 g would be better.

 

[bigriver]

55 are good for alot of the female counterparts such as jd,tex,gt,rd but males almost always outgrow the 12in width. I have a female rd in a 55 forever now and she is about 9 1/2 in. female jd with firemouth is your best bet.

 

[balton777]

ats the minumum tank size for a jd and a firemouth. can they be kept wiht a poly?

Go with a 75, you and your fish will be happier. It's only 20 more gallons but that 6" of width makes a big difference. Especially since you want to keep a poly. I'd recommend a Delhezi for a smaller tank like that.

 

[orbit]

I have been told a 40g long would work with something like you are questioning. I have never had one before. Just word of mouth. Always try to check the dimensions of an aquarium. Long and wide wins.

 

[thorzep]

55 or 75!!!

 

[sizors]

minimum you could go is 55, but really, a 55 is just too narrow. a 75 is the same length, but you get 6" more width.