Upgrade from 55 gallon to??

[Codis]

I have a tiger oscar, electric blue jack dempsey and a black ghost knife fish all under 4"s. What size should I upgrade my tank to for these guys in the coming months?

 

[killzmke]

I think you'd be good with a 125.

 

[TankDempsey]

125 gallon... are there any aggression problems?

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[Dial92]

i have 3 oscars and a jack in a 125 and they are fine

 

[Codis]

No aggression problems at all..I was thinking of getting a 90 gallon but have a feeling that wont be enough.

 

[Dial92]

just search CL for a 125

 

[Codis]

ya thats the plan thanks guys

 

[ryansmith83]

It's not always about the cichlids' size but their temperament. People will argue that large cichlids like oscars can fit into smaller tanks than a 125, but a 125 gives you a 6' footprint which allows them more room to get away from each other. It allows them a little more breathing room, so to speak. This is why a 6' tank is preferable over a 4' tank. Do yourself a favor and look for a tank on Craigslist that's at least 6' long if you want to have a handful of larger cichlids. Add some driftwood or big rocks to break up the line of sight and you should be fine.

 

[TankDempsey]

It's not always about the cichlids' size but their temperament. People will argue that large cichlids like oscars can fit into smaller tanks than a 125, but a 125 gives you a 6' footprint which allows them more room to get away from each other. It allows them a little more breathing room, so to speak. This is why a 6' tank is preferable over a 4' tank. Do yourself a favor and look for a tank on Craigslist that's at least 6' long if you want to have a handful of larger cichlids. Add some driftwood or big rocks to break up the line of sight and you should be fine.

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[Codis]

alright that settles it sticking with the 3 i have now and gonna get a 125 gallon tank thanks for your advice