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What does /an/ have to say about Chiclids?

I've been planning on getting a tropical community fish tank for a few years now, and i'd love to incorporate some of these big bad asses into a nice 30 or 40 gallon setup.
But, i've heard they can be kinda aggressive... do any /an/ons have advice?
>> Anonymous
I think you're gonna need a lot bigger than 40 if you want to keep "big" cichlids.

My advice? Do a lot of research. Most cichlids don't get along with other fish, or even each other. I'd suggest starting out with smaller, hardier, and friendlier cichlids before moving onto the bigger ones, and these can be kept in a 40 gal community fairly easily. Look up Bolivian rams, Key holes, and apistos, to start.
also, www.fishprofiles.com
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Awesome. Thank you, i'll look into those.

Was looking into German Blue Rams, but the Bolivian rams are looking better.
>> Anonymous
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Seconding starting with rams, as long as you do your research. Your typical asshole *tropheus cichlid tank is hit or miss, especially if you don't have enough cover.

Pictured, for your consideration, brichardi. They're also a pretty cool cichlid, but again, research research research. Those African lake habitats vary so greatly, it's ridiculous.
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I think i've been won over by the Rams. They seem like the best bet.
I'll be planting the bajesus out of the tank, so hopefully cover wont be much of a problem. I plan on this project taking a fair amount of time and money...

Any suggestions for tankmates? Been thinking of schooling fish like neons and danios. Any other options?

Picture somewhat related. Fuck yes live plants.
>> Anonymous
>>260603

Yeah, bolivians are way more hardy than blues, and only a little less colorful.
If you are keeping bolivians, Any non agressive tankmates that can't fit into their mouths will be fine. They only tend to quarrel amongst themselves, and will rather let other fish gobble up all the food than try to fight them for it.
It's almost like they don't know they're cichlids and supposed to be jerks.
>> That Gomez
>>260603
fuck I love terrariums