Cichlids for me?

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Okay, I am currently cycling a 30g tank. I thought since I already have peaceful community tank, that I would make this one a cichlid tank, since it is larger. Now I know that a lot of cichlids get way to large for a 30g. So that's what I am here for, I was hoping some of you could tell me about some cichlids that I can put in my 30g. Thanks

 

[Tempestuousfury]

Dwarf cichlids, I presume from the name. Apistogramma ramirezi, kehole cichlid,angels (perhaps 1 pair) Kribs.

Not sure about these, but looking in a book, these fish are community and they stay under 4" (though the angels might have a different max size).

 

[Dwarfs]

Rainbow cichlids, firemouths, cons, jewel cichlids, and many dwarf cichlids. Be aware that the larger cichlids I mentioned can get very territorial, especially when breeding

 

[Vip]

Blue Acaras, convicts. there is a couple you can have is there any you have in mind?

 

[David]

African cichlids. Lake malawi or lake tanganyika, take your pick. They are all beautiful fish and don't grow huge.

 

[Tempestuousfury]

So many fish to choose from.

Just pick the method of breeding, the max size, and the coloration. that should hel;p narrow it down.

Then do research on those that are left and take your pic.

 

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Thanks for the replys, I will sure to read up on all of the fish everyone mentioned . I was just looking for a cichlid that was colorful (doesn't have to be a lot of different colors, just an eye catcher) and has a good personality. Which I have heard most cichlids have.

 

[Ben]

dwarf cichlids

 

[parker313]

Angelfish Very colorful, just make sure your tank is 18" high b/c they get very tall!

 

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Yep, my tank is a very tall hexigon tank.

 

[parker313]

That would be perfect for angels then.