Clichids For A Beginner

[tetraqueen]

I am told these are easy to keep! Do they breed easily? I would not want them to multiply. I have seen ? froobosia in the lfs and also am looking at buying another new aquarium the Rio triangle 350.
How many of thesefish could I start with or mix with other fish.

They are larger in size but how peacefuland do either barbs or Neons survive with them ? I have a neon in another tank that I would like to keep and add others too it.

Barbs and a Gouramis I would also like to keep but sorta think my mate will have the barbs if they don't get on with the neon.

The other options to keep the neon where it is but not get anymore hes been with platy's this last year or so which I do not want to continue as I am past the maternity ward stage.

 

[raptorrex]

there are a lot of different cichlids, which fish are you interested in, as not all are easy to breed. i cant find a single mention of a froobosia, anywhere, so can be of no further help! perhaps that is why you have received so few answers.

 

[dthoffsett]

http/www.fishforums.net/Will-Read-Up-But...st-t192575.html

Where you thinking of frontosa instead of froobosia? http/www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/c_frontosa.php

 

[tetraqueen]

http/www.fishforums.net/Will-Read-Up-But...st-t192575.html

Where you thinking of frontosa instead of froobosia? http/www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/c_frontosa.php

Yes Thats the one, unsure which one is for sale but I do like the saying 'they eat out of your hand.

Have thought about problems with they live in deep waters ? if a tank will really be good for them?


The Rio 350 is wide enough for them to turn around at the size they get 18".

My neon will be kept well away so I just need to work out what ornaments etc will use up space and the volume of water left for the fish.

Lots to work out as the tank will be new so cycling etc etc will need t make plans

Need to really read more but yes Thanks .

 

[tetraqueen]

there are a lot of different cichlids, which fish are you interested in, as not all are easy to breed. i cant find a single mention of a froobosia, anywhere, so can be of no further help! perhaps that is why you have received so few answers.

Yes sorry it's frontosa

 

[dthoffsett]

Here are a few more article and bits of info on frontosas to help with your research.
The tank should be decorated simply with a few rocks, which are important to give these shy cichlids a sense of security. Don't overdo it with lots of rocks or sharp rocks. These fish move slow until they get spooked - then they are lightning fast and very clumsy. The alpha-male will be your largest and oddly enough, shyest of the group. He will need a cave, but the females do alright in the open. While not always a success aethestically, clay pots can be used to create caves. Lace rock works well as does slate if placed on its side to create alleys and secretive coves. 40 gallons will work well as a grow-out tank. For a colony of 10 adults, a 125-gallon tank or bigger is recommended.

http/www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/frontosa_corner.php