Mixing Thorichthys

[smytty3a]

Thank you all for the quick replies, and good advice. I didn't mention it, but Oscura Heterospila is also on my radar. So, that's an interesting reply. I'll have to do some more research. Does anyone know how fast they grow/color up? I see Cichlids of the Americas has them, but they are only 2 inches. I was hoping to purchase slightly larger fish stock, in general. The Thorichthys I'm looking at are from Tangled Up in Cichlids and are anywhere from 3 - 5.5 inches.

 

[dan518]

Thank you all for the quick replies, and good advice. I didn't mention it, but Oscura Heterospila is also on my radar. So, that's an interesting reply. I'll have to do some more research. Does anyone know how fast they grow/color up? I see Cichlids of the Americas has them, but they are only 2 inches. I was hoping to purchase slightly larger fish stock, in general. The Thorichthys I'm looking at are from Tangled Up in Cichlids and are anywhere from 3 - 5.5 inches.

Heterospila, not the fastest growing or colouring up. If you got them you would have to keep a close eye to make sure they aren't bullied by the Thorichthys. Imo still worth the effort.

 

[Toiletcar]

Agree with what others have said, for a larger fish to add i would recommend Oscura Heterospila.

Yes this would be perfect ?Thought about it myself.

 

[SCM_2123]

Hello everyone. New forum member. Recently retired, and getting back to fish keeping. I'm currently in the process of cycling a 135 gallon (54" by 24" by 24") freshwater tank. Can hardly wait to add fish.

I'd like to get your thoughts on mixing different types of Thorichthys. Specifically meeki and maculipinnis. I'm thinking about stocking my tank with 5 of each. I have lots of wood, rocks, hiding places and escape paths places built into the layout.

As a side note, I'm also considering the addition of 1 or two larger fish like Herichthys carpintis and/or Maskaheros argenteus. I would also consider other tankmates instead of the carpintis and argentus. Some alternatives I'd be happy with include one or two of the following...Jack Dempsey, Lago Peten Melanura, Uaru, Amphilophus lyonsi.

Would love to hear your thoughts on expected compatibility. Thanks!

Sorry for shamelessly bumping the thread, and I'm not sure if you're still on the site, but how did your Thoricthys fish get a long?