I want a gentile giant, recommendations?

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I have some odd pairings already in my 120 gallon tank, and my wife won't let me get rid of her angels. I really don't want to either I've had them for 6 years. So they are full grown.

The problem is I also have two red hook silver dollars, and they are picking on my angels. I'm to the point the red hooks are going back.

What else is in the tank: 10" pleco, 5" pictus cat, (2) 5" Bala sharks, (2) full grown angel fish, and a 5" lima shovelnose cat.

I'd like one big fish, a gentle giant. So I can keep what I currently have. Any suggestions? Oscars are aggressive for the most part, but the size and color is about what I'm looking for?

What else is out there? Around the same size and with some color.

Thanks in advance for any and all advice.
 
Is there anything more beautiful than a discus? Maybe you want to get more than just one though, and maybe you'll need to raise your temperature a bit, but it is a tough choice to beat. Pretty much any color you want these days....
 
I definately agree with tom. Discus fish are one of the most gorgeous fish around and aren't agressive. A pair of discus fish would be the best choice for what you're looking for.
 
I agree, Discus would be a mighty fine addition and they do get along with the Angels. Word of caution though and someone correct me if I'm wrong, I believe your safest bet in adding the Discus would be to make sure they are equal in size if not bigger than the Angels, otherwise, the Angels could pick on them. But they are definitely a thumbs up for me, may be a little expensive buying them bigger, but their cost is well worth the beauty they could add to the tank.
 
Thanks for the replies everyone.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but discus ask for some very clean water and dimmer than normal lighting? I typically do a 20-30% water change every two weeks and have 2 Emperor 400 HOB's. I'm wondering if this would be sufficient for discus?

I had thought about a Blue Acara, but I was unsure of their temperment.

The only drawback for the discus would be the price, but I'll see what me lfs will do for me.

Any other opinions? I'm willing to go bigger, I did say giant.
 
Giant gourami maybe?

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This isn't me :p. However, it does give you a good perspective on the size of the fish.
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Giant Gourami
Osphronemus gorami

Origin: Southeast Asia: probably limited to Sumatra, Borneo, Java, the Malay Peninsula, Thailand and Indochina (Mekong basin). - Found in medium to large rivers and stagnant water bodies including sluggish flowing canals

Temperament: Young fish may be aggressive in establishing territories, but grow more peaceful, as these are established. Excellent for community tanks with large fish. Will eat small fish.

Feeding: Easy to feed, will accept almost any food. Grows very quickly. Plants are an important addition to the tank. Quite hardy.

Temperature Range: 68-82°F.

pH: 6.4-8

dH range: 5.0 - 25.0

Adult Size: 24"

Sexing: The male has longer, extended anal and dorsal fins.
 
you should just stay with what you've got, those are all pretty big fish already. Your shovelnose will be 15" when full grown, the pleco 18", the bala sharks 14". Unless you're upgrading to a bigger tank I wouldn't add any more fish to that tank.
 
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