Jewels and Sand

[Copper]

Can anyone tell me if a Jewel cichlid would be comfortable in a tank with a sandy bottom?

If not, what cichlids would?

 

[dismantle me]

My angel and my discus like sand. Not sure about the Jewels sorry.

 

[Copper]

I have it set up, intending to put some discus in it. Considering the recent incident I had, I'm reconsidering such a costly investment if I can still make dummie decisions like that.

 

[nvision]

what's the deal with discus and sand??

you can keep african shell dwellers with sand. they love it. oh don't forget the seashells.

oops, forget you were asking about jewels. i think they should be ok. most cichlids are resilient to most types of sand and gravel.

 

[PumaWard]

I think they will actually adore it. I don't know if Jewels dig, but sand is much easier on their mouths than gravel.

 

[N8DOGG]

If they are anything like my convicts and midas they will love it.

 

[stephenray75]

I have JD's and GT's and they love it. you can see every morning where they sleep. they like to make a small hole to sleep in. Plus they have a special brooding spot where my JD's breed every month.

 

[Copper]

Thanks for the opinions folks.

 

[dumber]

I had a sandy bottom once and it wasn't at all comfortable.

 

[Copper]

*aw* jeeze! You deserve a time out for that one.