overstocking limits for african cichlids

[Kamantas]

I have a 400 L tank ( 105 US G or 87 UK G ) stocked with assorted mbuna . currently I have 10 of them average 10 cm long ( mouth to tail end ).

I read a lot about controlling aggression by overstocking but I don’t have a clue on how much is normal stocking or overstocking limits ?

The tank has a lot of hiding places and two filters: gutter filter with 1500 L/hr pump and another 1200 L/hr canister.

 

[Cichlaholics Anonymous]

just do lots of water changes, that is the key IMO

 

[Kamantas]

But how much is normal stocking or overstocking limits ?

 

[dad_jsp]

not sure about limits, your filtration and W/C habits will dictate that

I have 40 in a 90 gallon tank.

 

[bunty82]

OMG 40 in 90g
can you post the list ,.

 

[swede]

hey Kamantas, you're in Africa...... got any connections to Lake Victoria?

شكرا لك

 

[cichlidhopper]

Depends on type and size. Some stay small some get 10 inch. Some get along some don't. Many variables.

 

[swede]

a good start would be finding out and listing what species you have. this will help decide what your needs/limits are

 

[Kamantas]

a good start would be finding out and listing what species you have. this will help decide what your needs/limits are

mostly mbuna and yellow lab

 

[CichlidsRool]

dont worry it cant be as bad as mine!!! as long as you good filtration and dont over feed them you'll be fine..