what cichlids should i get?

[guppy1]

Ok i have a 29 gallon aquarium, i want to raise cichlids, but i dont know what species to get, i like the convicts but i dont know how big they get, so i am asking all you to kinda tell me what to get, i dont want huge fish, the maximum length i want is 5-6 inches, i like colorful fish that dont eat there babies, well all help will be appreciated,
thanks shane

 

[bunlet]

I was planning on raising cichlids too. Everywhere I went had the 30g as ok for convicts so I was planning on raising them in that.

 

[tuvok]

You can also get some suggestions at this link:
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/quick_reference_list.php
Check out the cookie cutter recommendations and the Species Recommendations For Beginners.

 

[DeRo316]

A lot of people put a breeding pair of convicts in 30 gallon aquariums. LOTS of babies!!

 

[polocrosseplyer]

that website is really helpful!!

 

[ragc]

I keep a breeding pair of T-Bars Cryptoheros sajica in a 29. They are great parents and grow to a maximum size of around 4". They are not picky when pairing, like caves and overturned pots and are very colorful in spawning colors, a deep velvety blue after spawning. They do dig the gravel but respect plants most of the time.

See my posts on the fry in this topic to see more photos.

male

female

 

[tuvok]

Glad the link above was appreciated. I was also looking for the link below:
http://www.malawicichlidhomepage.com/aquainfo/africans1.html
It is primarily intentended for those interested in keeping African cichlids but you might get some inspiration from it.