ONE Cichlid for 55 Gallon?

[Visualeyes2]

No apologies necessary!! We're all human (I think!)!!



So you're saying a good mix would be one kenyi with one red zebra or a lemon mel?

yes, in terms of brilliant color, i would pick those from the african cichlids.

 

[RedScare]

I say Electric Blue Jack Dempsy. Those fish look rad.

I think the best fish are Discus, Electric Blue Jack Dempsys, Urau, and shell dwellers.

If i could have only 1 fish in a tank it would be an Electric Blue Jack Dempsy, or maybe an Oscar, or maybe a stingray, or maybe.......

YOU CANT HAVE ONLY 1 FISH!!!!!!!

 

[SftWrmRain]

I say Electric Blue Jack Dempsy. Those fish look rad.

I think the best fish are Discus, Electric Blue Jack Dempsys, Urau, and shell dwellers.

If i could have only 1 fish in a tank it would be an Electric Blue Jack Dempsy, or maybe an Oscar, or maybe a stingray, or maybe.......

YOU CANT HAVE ONLY 1 FISH!!!!!!!

And the winner is..................

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the Electric Blue Jack Dempsey! I have purchased a baby EBJD and am in the process of creating the best environment possible for him. I searched for a reputable breeder, and feel confident I found a wonderful genetic line of fish.

The reality is, I ended up purchasing 5 blues because the breeder was selling them this way. Most people want a selection of babies so that 2 can possibly "choose a mate" and pair off when they spend time together.

My plan is to create lots of caves/hiding places and keep the 5 together in the 55 gallon for a few months until they reach around 3". At that time, I'll be selling 3 or 4 of the babies - depending on whether I decide to keep a pair or a single. I am 1000% committed to almost daily water changes and an appropriate, varied diet for these little guys.

Their home is being created this weekend, and they will be delivered on Wednesday.