Recent content by Renaldo

What other african cichlids should I mix w/ a zebra mbuna. I really like the looks of the yellow labs. Will they be ok together?

This is an African Cichlid, i'm just not sure what kind.

Can someone please tell me what the water temp for african cichlids should be? Thanks, Matt

When is the best time to add plants to a tank? Should I get plants first or get fish first? details: 55gal tank Planning on putting in african cichlids I am going to use sand as a substrate

Whats the best way to clean the sand? normally w/ gravel i just put it in a pasta strainer and rinse it.

WOW! thanks for the responses guys. I just tested the water and it looks to be at about 7.6 (which should be ok for african cichlids I think. Next question is What type of sand do you reccomend?

Hi all, I am in the process of setting up my 55gal. I was wondering what the best substrate would be if I plan on putting African Cichlids in it. I have heard that sand or gravel is fine, but I have also seen posts of people using crushed coral. Is the crushed coral a neccessity? Also, what...

Hi all, I'm new to the forum but not new to aquariums. I just purchased a 55gal and a fluval 304. I am curious on how changing the filter media effects the tank. I need some suggestions on what type of media to put in the compartments and how it will effect the water. I have always used the side...

Hi all, I'm new to the forum but not new to aquariums. I just purchased a 55gal and a fluval 304. I am curious on how changing the filter media effects the tank. I need some suggestions on what type of media to put in the compartments and how it will effect the water. I have always used the...