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[Gibson91]

Hello everyone!

Hope everyone is keeping safe during this difficult time?
Me and my partner have just bought a tank and are getting some cichlids, any useful tips would be much appreciated.

 

[JuiceBox52]

Welcome! Are you aware of the nitrogen cycle?

 

[Gibson91]

Welcome! Are you aware of the nitrogen cycle?

Yes I'm aware of it but not sure on how long it takes?

 

[JuiceBox52]

I will find the link for you

 

[JuiceBox52]

Cycling Your New Fresh Water Tank: Read This First!

Cycling Your First Fresh Water Tank What is Cycling and Why is it Important? Fish waste, and especially fish breathing, plus uneaten food and other organic matter breaking down in a tank all produce Ammonia. This can quickly become toxic to fish if it is allowed to build up to any measurable...

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[Retired Viking]

Hello and welcome to the forum

 

[Essjay]

Do you intend American cichlids or African cichlids?

Rift Lake cichlids need very hard water while south American cichlids need soft water though central American cichlids need harder water. Check on the hardness of your water before buying fish - look on your water provider's website.