Potential Stocking

[KMAC_5]

I'll make sure there are lots of hiding places, territories, etc.

I have a hospital tank I could use if need be.

 

[KMAC_5]

I remeasured the tank space and there is a way to fit a 100g 60 x 18 x 21.

How different would potential stocking be in a 5ft tank versus a 4ft tank?

 

[Loganh11]

It's very hit and miss with JD's, I have a JD who has filleted everything other than an electric yellow (no idea why they get along) he's not full grown so yours could be more calm. I would start with something you don't mind loosing because yours could be the same way mine is. Best of luck!

 

[KMAC_5]

Mines very chill but he's alone...so maybe it just takes his competitive juices flowing to get him into a killer.

 

[jwh]

With tanks, bigger is almost always better (actually can't think when it's not better) more space generally reduces aggression, and can provide more hiding places. I don't think your stocking options are going to change much, and you probably won't get guarantees that you may not have challenges down the road, but if it's a new tank, and the all fish go in at once, it's probably the best option you will ever get to introduce roommates to your JD.

 

[KMAC_5]

So a bigger tank will give me better shot at keeping multiple cichlids but won't guarantee anything...hmm. Well I'm going to try to get a 100g, if not a 75g and a 90g...I may go a simpler route if I get a 75 or 90 and just aim for a female JD.

 

[convict360]

the 100g would be awesome, it's my ideal tank size.

You could have your JD among other medium/large sized cichlids to an extent in that size.

 

[KMAC_5]

the 100g would be awesome, it's my ideal tank size.

You could have your JD among other medium/large sized cichlids to an extent in that size.

What would you suggest?

I was thinking add a Convict, Firemouth, and Rainbow if I get the 100g.