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Yo, I'm kinda new to this but my buddy told me to cut back on feeding. Said excess food makes algae go crazy. I did that and it helped a ton. Maybe check how much you're feeding?


That's solid advice. Overfeeding is a big culprit. I also recommend testing your water params. High nitrates can ...

Got a batch of ten on the way, just waiting for warmer weather. Lovely fish, can't wait to see them grow.

bruh, just chuck in some fish poop. my ricordea love it when the tangs do their thing nearby. sounds gross but it works.

I'd recommend dropping either the Msobo or the Yellow Labs, as they share some similarities. You might encounter some aggression issues between Msobo and Tangazo males, so it's worth considering which one to keep. For what it's worth, I'd suggest going with Demasoni - they do well in large groups ...

Shelldwellers from Lake Tanganyika - they're an option for a tank of this size, but I'd like to know more about their specific needs, as I'm still learning about cichlids.

You can still make the switch, Asteron.

I think introducing the Rams is a gamble, but if you're dead set on it, make sure to break up the lines of sight and keep a close eye on things. Separating their territories could work, but it's a long shot. I'd be more worried about the Kribs going after the Rams once they start showing their fry ...

I think the setup could work, given the robust tetras in the upper levels and the lack of competition in the lower third. The fact that you've got a good mix of fish that aren't likely to trigger aggression in the jewel is a plus. I've found single males, specifically Hemichromis lifalili, to be ...

That's been my experience with them, actually. I've had some that were really shy when kept solo. Although, I should mention, I haven't kept many singles. Given the lack of competition at the bottom, and the tank-mates you've chosen, like the tetras, it could work out. The butterfly's always going ...

I'm fairly optimistic about this. As I mentioned before, in my experience, they tend to get aggressive once they've paired up. I've come across instances where females have laid eggs on their own and become quite erratic, although I've never personally witnessed it. This is something to be mindful ...