As aquarists we don't have to follow sound advice - we all reserve the right to be proven wrong. I think 6 ten inch parrots, a foot long venestus, 4 six inch silver dollars, and 4 four inch mbuna is a fantastic mix for a 38 gallon tankFirst off, my tank isn't overstocked, and nothing as died. My tank is doing well, and all of by fish are healthy.
Petey, it could be either one. You'll know if one of them is holding in a couple of days!