Cichlids For A 35l (uk) Tank

[richiej1979]

I went to a local fish shop as I am currently looking at fish ideas for my 35L tank.

The guy in the shop seemed to know his stuff and recommended some v.small dwarf Cichlids for the tank as something different to keep (like Apisto's) I thought I would do some research and now I am thinking that after looking at this site that maybe thats just not enough room. I don't really want to keep unhappy fish!

Are there any suitable Apisto's or should I just get some pygmy Cory's and some Endlers?

Cheers!

 

[richiej1979]

I went to a local fish shop as I am currently looking at fish ideas for my 35L tank.

The guy in the shop seemed to know his stuff and recommended some v.small dwarf Cichlids for the tank as something different to keep (like Apisto's) I thought I would do some research and now I am thinking that after looking at this site that maybe thats just not enough room. I don't really want to keep unhappy fish!

Are there any suitable Apisto's or should I just get some pygmy Cory's and some Endlers?

Cheers!

 

[Miss Wiggle]

that's about 10g right?

i think the recommended minimum is 15

 

[richiej1979]

that's about 10g right?

i think the recommended minimum is 15

yeah 10g, thanks - does anyone have experience keeping this fish?

Thanks.

 

[richiej1979]

that's about 10g right?

i think the recommended minimum is 15

yeah 10g, thanks - does anyone have experience keeping this fish?

Thanks.

 

[kev_kb]

The footprint of the tank is more important when considering cichlids. What are the dimensions?

In a standard 10g you could keep a pair of the smaller Apistos, try and get a male and female though. Make sure you have plenty of caves or flower pots for them.

 

[richiej1979]

The footprint of the tank is more important when considering cichlids. What are the dimensions?

In a standard 10g you could keep a pair of the smaller Apistos, try and get a male and female though. Make sure you have plenty of caves or flower pots for them.

Thanks for your reply, the tank is about 60cm long, i've had a look around but I see there are alot of Apisto's about. Which would be the smaller one's to keep?

I suppose the male pestering the female to death would be the biggest worry?

 

[kev_kb]

I've only had Apistogramma Cacatuoides in a 4ft tank, but I think a pair would work in your tank. Just research whichever you want to buy as some like soft water and some hard water.

 

[richiej1979]

I've only had Apistogramma Cacatuoides in a 4ft tank, but I think a pair would work in your tank. Just research whichever you want to buy as some like soft water and some hard water.

Thanks.

I was worried about the male getting protective of any fry and then killing the female. Then again I would like to avoid breeding where possible.

 

[severum boy]

What about shell dwellers such as Neolamprogus multificiatus? A pair or a male and two females would live happily in the tank. Arguably they are easier to keep than Cockatoos and their breeding behaviour is fantastic, but then, if you dont breed them your missing out of most of the fun.

 

[richiej1979]

What about shell dwellers such as Neolamprogus multificiatus? A pair or a male and two females would live happily in the tank. Arguably they are easier to keep than Cockatoos and their breeding behaviour is fantastic, but then, if you dont breed them your missing out of most of the fun.

Well Ok they sound cool, tell me more?

Are they easier than the Apisto's then?

thanks for your help.

 

[severum boy]

Depending on your water (Hard and alkaline), they are easier than Apistos. From Lake Tanganyaka in Africa, they live in shells that they dig into the sand. The female lays the eggs in these and blocks up the hole at the top whilst the male keeps the teratory controlled. All they need is a few shells (about 2" in size), sand substrate and a few rocks. Check on the other cichlid fourum for detailed info, but I should be able to help with most queries.

 

[richiej1979]

Depending on your water (Hard and alkaline), they are easier than Apistos. From Lake Tanganyaka in Africa, they live in shells that they dig into the sand. The female lays the eggs in these and blocks up the hole at the top whilst the male keeps the teratory controlled. All they need is a few shells (about 2" in size), sand substrate and a few rocks. Check on the other cichlid fourum for detailed info, but I should be able to help with most queries.

Ok cool - they ok in a community? I am going to have a look now.

cheers.

 

[severum boy]

Might be, but no bottom dwellers. Id just keep them in a sp. tank.

 

[richiej1979]

Might be, but no bottom dwellers. Id just keep them in a sp. tank.

I will see if I can find any at the weekend, might also look at the smaller blue ram but I think its going to be too big.

Thanks v.much.