neolamprologus multifasciatus (Multies)

[troublesum]

I have done plenty of research on them and i want. I'm going to buy a 20 long but my question is everything I've read or seen doesn't mention the best filtration or the best sand to use that's where i need you guys.
i was thinking a AC 70 but i'm lost on sand

 

[RyanM]

Pool Filter sand from almost any pool store. Less than $10 and you will only need about half bag.

 

[troublesum]

Pool Filter sand from almost any pool store. Less than $10 and you will only need about half bag.

Any type of pool sand? or do they have a certain type like fine, medium or gritty

 

[RyanM]

Any type of pool sand? or do they have a certain type like fine, medium or gritty

Just ask for pool filter sand. From what I have seen, it is almost identical regardless of brand.

 

[troublesum]

New problem i can't seem to find where to buy them does anyone sell them here or know where to buy them in the NY/NJ area

 

[Rocksor]

New problem i can't seem to find where to buy them does anyone sell them here or know where to buy them in the NY/NJ area

it might be seasonal, did you call the hardware store? You can use #22 silica sand, but it may have to be rinsed out a lot. Another option is play sand, which needs a lot of rinsing, but you would have to put a sponge pre-filter on the intake. Something like this

https://www.ebay.com/i/282447808203?chn=ps&var=581591539340

 

[troublesum]

it might be seasonal, did you call the hardware store? You can use #22 silica sand, but it may have to be rinsed out a lot. Another option is play sand, which needs a lot of rinsing, but you would have to put a sponge pre-filter on the intake. Something like this

https://www.ebay.com/i/282447808203?chn=ps&var=581591539340

I'm sorry i wasnt more clear i meant where can i find or buy the Multies (fish)

 

[J. H.]

New problem i can't seem to find where to buy them does anyone sell them here or know where to buy them in the NY/NJ area

I couldn't find anyone. Your best bet would be going to your nearest tractor supply and buying sandblasting sand or oyster grit, unless you find a pool store.

 

[duanes]

You could probably easily find Neolamprologus by attending a meeting of the GreaterCity Aquarium Society, and talking to members
Greater City Aquarium Society

 

[le0p]

I'm sorry i wasnt more clear i meant where can i find or buy the Multies (fish)

Given your location, I'd just do a google search for local fish stores selling cichlids nearby. If they don't have any in stock, I'm sure they could order them pretty easily.