TRYING TO STOCK A 75GAL

[caribemob]

I wanted to stock a tank for my dad and he told me he wanted some colorful african cichlids, however he wanted a group that would get along and wouldn't outgrow his tank. i was thinking of some frontosa maybe different types but than i wanted to hear some ideas of multi species that get along and are extremely colorful, price does not matter its mostly about the fish and size. i'm all ears

 

[caribemob]

wow no ideas, come on i dont know to much about african cichlids, this cant be a dumb post to people i really need help on temperment, and colors of your choices

 

[www.JandRHookahs.com]

Frontosa's would probably outgrow that tank. The biggest display of color you can put on is a mix of either Mbunas or Peacocks/Haps.

I prefer Peacocks/Haps over Mbunas but it's your preference, not mine. If you want the most band for your buck, go for an all male tank...and over crowd it (granted you have the correct filtration). The over crowding will subdue the aggressiion, or atleast spread it out.

 

[spaulding]

i'd actually go the other way with mbuna. yellow labs, red zebras, etc. given the right food, maint., etc. they will have brillant colors, and do great in a 75

 

[mike dunagan]

mbuna is a great idea.

 

[caribemob]

does mbuna species have alot of color, and do they have rare fish, i will research them thanks

 

[Ria]

frontosa will deff out grow a 75. They really need a 6 foot tank or bigger. I agree that mbunas would be a great way to go.
With proper care mbunas will display very vibrant colors.
Not really sure about 'rare' mbunas but some are definitely harder to find than others.
Do your research, read whatever you can, and dont be afraid to ask questions.

 

[caribemob]

frontosa will deff out grow a 75. They really need a 6 foot tank or bigger. I agree that mbunas would be a great way to go.
With proper care mbunas will display very vibrant colors.
Not really sure about 'rare' mbunas but some are definitely harder to find than others.
Do your research, read whatever you can, and dont be afraid to ask questions.

cool man thanks, my main concern was colors, and very low aggression

 

[Ria]

cool man thanks, my main concern was colors, and very low aggression

mbunas for the most part are aggressive, but like others have said if you keep your tank overstocked it will cut down the aggression alot. Also having plenty of rock work helps. Researching the mbunas you plan on buying BEFORE purchasing is a must, some are much more aggressive than others. Researching the fish you plan on buying is also good so that you can avoid cross breeding.

 

[Schneider]

cool man thanks, my main concern was colors, and very low aggression

Steer clear of Metriaclima lombardoi and melanochromis species. These fish can be terribly aggressive. Be careful with any other Metriaclima or Pseudotropheus species. Get a list of all the mbuna available to you and post them on this thread. That way someone can give you more specific advice. Good luck.