Multiple Pairs : Size/Footprint Tank

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KCinSoCal

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Because I am getting tired of looking at "Hello KCinSoCal it appears that you have not posted on our forums in several weeks, why not take a few moments to ask a question, help provide a solution or just engage in a conversation with another member in any one of our forums?" I have decided to inquire about multiple pairs in same tank.

What size/footprint for:
2 Jag pairs
Jag + RTM or Lois pairs
Jag + Carpintis or Cyan pairs
Jag + Salv pairs

2 RTM or Lois pairs (or 1 of each type)
RTM or Lois + Carpintis or Cyan pairs
RTM or Lois + Salv pairs

2 Carpintis or Cyan pairs
Carpintis or Cyan + Salv pairs

Or anything above + Con, HRP, or whatever else pairs. I didn't include any Amphilophus because I am under the impression they don't really get along with much and I don't really like the look of them except for the Robertsoni and I am not sure that is even considered Amphilophus anymore.

For the record I have an empty 240 in storage that I don't have the space to set up atm and currently only keep dwarves in 2 40 gal breeders (Bolivians FTW). This post is purely to satisfy a curiousity, but who knows.... I may remember a response in the future or may break down and get a 6 foot tank (like a 180) since I could squeeze that in.

Also when stating what size tank for what combo's can you clarify if they were kept at adult size or adolescent, thanks for reading.
 
If your looking at breeding I would suggest keeping the pair alone. But if you are looking at keeping multiple pairs I would not mix parachromis together. Maybe pair rtm and a pair of carpintis.
 
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