Help me convert planted to cichlid 220g!!

[180gz71]

Ok water params.
ph 8.0ish
gh8
kh8
fully cycled
what species?????erv:

 

[ibr3ak]

Take a looksee here:

http://cichlid-forum.com/articles/african_cichlid_genus_gallery.php

Come up with the species you like, post your list and go from there.

 

[Alan R]

I downsized my 220g planted. I need something a little less maintenance right now. I know I want some type of cichlid, but I still want it to look pretty good. I would also like some type of rockwork, but Im also trying to keep the cost down. Already have filters, more than sufficient lighting, and all the other standard equipment. I also have extremely hard well water if that makes a difference. Oh well, I would like some pics, ideas, and info on the harder water species. TIA

peace,
mark

I have the same tank. i am making mine a SA Cichlid set up.

 

[Alan R]

Take a looksee here:

http://cichlid-forum.com/articles/african_cichlid_genus_gallery.php

Come up with the species you like, post your list and go from there.

I don't know why you had to go and post that link. Now I have more fish to go my wanted list that I can't have. :silly:

 

[180gz71]

Im liking pretty much all of the Julidochromis, they apparently stay small which is what Im looking for.

Thanx for the link, now where to get them?

 

[jpappy789]

Here are the max sizes for juli's. The larger ones are also considered to be the most temperamental.


dickfeldi-4"
marlieri-5"
ornatus-3"
regani-5"
transcriptus-3"

Julidochromis are sold a lot on aquabid.com. I do remember an AC member with a tank (I think 75 gallons) and only juli's. However they are not naturally "shoaling" fish and even fry are considered threats to the parents. If you really want to go tangs I would also suggest a school of cyprichromis leptosoma if your budget allows it. They are pretty expensive but a large group (20+) would look AMAZING in that tank size. You could also try sandsifters (Xenotilapia)

 

[austinpetemo]

no convestion necaserry. just insert chiclids and your plants will disapear!

 

[180gz71]

Alright, just got 6 brichardi daffodils, and 12 julidochromis a mix of marlieri, ornatus, and reganni. pics later. Letting them acclimate right now....

 

[jpappy789]

Interesting mix. Let me know how it works out!