oversized filtration

[large_cichlids]

do u guys use oversized filtration for your cichlids.Is there a way u can go overboard by having to much current,because my reddevil is in a 40 gallon with two aquaclear 200 filters and im soon to add a hang on magnum canister filter.Is this to much.

 

[throttle]

I'm not familiar with those filters and their gph but as long as the fish can swim comfortably without being blown against the glass it should be fine.

 

[HarleyK]

Howdy,

always keep the natural habitat of a fish in mind and adjust your care accordingly. Red Devils live in lakes ...

HarleyK

 

[CHOMPERS]

It is ok to have a lot of filtration, but not a lot of water flow. If you want to overstock your cichlid tank (the way I like cichlid tanks) then more filtration is a must. But you should not do it with HOB (hang on back) filters. Use a sump filter or a wet/dry (or a combination of the two). That way you can have all of the filtration you want and you can limit the water flow by using only one pump.

 

[Dr Joe]

 

[rkc772]

good to have a large filter for your tank. just make sure the fish is not spinning due to excessive currents.

 

[CHOMPERS]

good to have a large filter for your tank. just make sure the fish is not spinning due to excessive currents.

Ya mean like those toilet goldfish tanks?

 

[JD_MAN]

I have an AC110 on my 20 gallon tank. I had to set the tank up quick and it was the only extra filter I had. Once I get rid of the fish I am going to tear down the tank again.