I've got two yo-yo loaches that I don't want to get rid of. I've fallen in love with the guys. The problem is I'm converting their tank to a cichlid tank. Will they get along, or should I say goodbye to the loaches? Are there specific cichlids I should look at?
Mixing botia with cichlids?
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Could Try a Keyhole (Aequidens maroni)
Keyholes are one of the most gentle and Angels can be ok as well but I guess there note really exclusive. But its pretty hit and miss really with all Chichlids. For instance I have 2 firemouths that are extremelly passive and my Jewels are ok as well. But bear in mind you never know with Chichlids and to a certain degree "Its suck it and see" with these fish.
It also depends on the tank set-up. if you get this right with rocks and plants and correct hiding places etc. this will also make a difference to there behaviour.
Also in my experience, espeically with fully grown males. if these fish are left alone in a tank for too long they will be very aggressive when you add others as they will try to dominate the tank so try not to be tempted pruchase large/fully matured fish.
Josh.
Keyholes are one of the most gentle and Angels can be ok as well but I guess there note really exclusive. But its pretty hit and miss really with all Chichlids. For instance I have 2 firemouths that are extremelly passive and my Jewels are ok as well. But bear in mind you never know with Chichlids and to a certain degree "Its suck it and see" with these fish.
It also depends on the tank set-up. if you get this right with rocks and plants and correct hiding places etc. this will also make a difference to there behaviour.
Also in my experience, espeically with fully grown males. if these fish are left alone in a tank for too long they will be very aggressive when you add others as they will try to dominate the tank so try not to be tempted pruchase large/fully matured fish.
Josh.
I have never had trouble with large loaches and cichlids. Of course that is ONLY my experience. I have loaches in every tank I own. Most cichlids tend to leave the bottom dwellers alone-don't know why-maybe that don't feel as if they are competition. If you are going to have any of the mild to medium cichlids and your yo yos are large I would at least give it a try. Best of luck!
