Stocking Ok Or Can I Fit More In?

[N0body Of The Goat]

How about a Striped Headstander? I'm hoping to add one to my setup towards the end of stocking (as they can be territorial and reach upto 20cm), for their uniqueness, despite not being a Myanmar or African species.

 

[roadmaster]

At approx thirty gal (gravel displacement), I would be looking for a 40 gal breeder tank or larger as opposed to more fish.

why would you say this?

i can't see why i couldn't add a few other fish

cheers

scott

Simply stating what I would be looking for were it me. 40 gal breeder offers much more room for present numbers of fish. Floor space is something else to consider with respect to dwarf cichlids who may become a bit more aggressive should they spawn. 40 gal breeder dimensions would in my view, possibly spare the cory's from possible damage by protective parents.
Cory's are quite persistent, and or dumb, with respect to invading the territory set up by cichlids once they get the scent of eggs.
Have seen cichlids attack the cory's mercilessly and yet the cory's return only to recieve more of the same. Other times adults(cichlids), who are perhaps more timid,, will simply abandon the nest or fry altogether. Is of little consequence if you do not plan to move one or the other ,or have no desire for fry.
Water changes are also something to consider. The more volume ,the more dilution capabilities between water changes irrespective of filtration.
And lastly, I tend to favor larger tanks with fewer fishes. Crowded tanks just look crowded to me . Opinions vary.

 

[kizno1]

Festivums are sputh american cichlids But shouldnt be a problem with the apisto because they live in diffrent levels in the water.

 

[scotty]

At approx thirty gal (gravel displacement), I would be looking for a 40 gal breeder tank or larger as opposed to more fish.

why would you say this?

i can't see why i couldn't add a few other fish

cheers

scott

Simply stating what I would be looking for were it me. 40 gal breeder offers much more room for present numbers of fish. Floor space is something else to consider with respect to dwarf cichlids who may become a bit more aggressive should they spawn. 40 gal breeder dimensions would in my view, possibly spare the cory's from possible damage by protective parents.
Cory's are quite persistent, and or dumb, with respect to invading the territory set up by cichlids once they get the scent of eggs.
Have seen cichlids attack the cory's mercilessly and yet the cory's return only to recieve more of the same. Other times adults(cichlids), who are perhaps more timid,, will simply abandon the nest or fry altogether. Is of little consequence if you do not plan to move one or the other ,or have no desire for fry.
Water changes are also something to consider. The more volume ,the more dilution capabilities between water changes irrespective of filtration.
And lastly, I tend to favor larger tanks with fewer fishes. Crowded tanks just look crowded to me . Opinions vary.

i have always done at least 50% waterchanges a week,even though that is not necessary,i have left my tank for 3 weeks without a waterchange,and all water stats were 0,and nitrates in my tank seldom rise above 10.would love a bigger tank,but lack of space limits that,plus the wife limits that option aswell

cheers

scott

 

[roadmaster]

At approx thirty gal (gravel displacement), I would be looking for a 40 gal breeder tank or larger as opposed to more fish.

why would you say this?

i can't see why i couldn't add a few other fish

cheers

scott

Simply stating what I would be looking for were it me. 40 gal breeder offers much more room for present numbers of fish. Floor space is something else to consider with respect to dwarf cichlids who may become a bit more aggressive should they spawn. 40 gal breeder dimensions would in my view, possibly spare the cory's from possible damage by protective parents.
Cory's are quite persistent, and or dumb, with respect to invading the territory set up by cichlids once they get the scent of eggs.
Have seen cichlids attack the cory's mercilessly and yet the cory's return only to recieve more of the same. Other times adults(cichlids), who are perhaps more timid,, will simply abandon the nest or fry altogether. Is of little consequence if you do not plan to move one or the other ,or have no desire for fry.
Water changes are also something to consider. The more volume ,the more dilution capabilities between water changes irrespective of filtration.
And lastly, I tend to favor larger tanks with fewer fishes. Crowded tanks just look crowded to me . Opinions vary.

i have always done at least 50% waterchanges a week,even though that is not necessary,i have left my tank for 3 weeks without a waterchange,and all water stats were 0,and nitrates in my tank seldom rise above 10.would love a bigger tank,but lack of space limits that,plus the wife limits that option aswell

cheers

scott

Ahh yes, My better half all but threatened to leave me when I removed kitchen table to make room for 75 gal.
I too perform weekly 50 percent water changes,perhaps twice weekly in a couple tanks. whatever works with maintaining my parameters.

 

[scotty]

anyone any ideas for a south american centre piece fish that would go well with my other fish in the tank

cheers


scott

 

[scotty]

well got rid of my 6 scarlet tetras,and got a pair of bolivian rams,would still love to fit 1 other south american fish to complete my tank,but i have probably reached maximum stocking levels,will need to avoid fish shops and temptation!!