55g Cichlid Tank

[CichlidMadness]

Okay guys I'm new to fish. Got a 55g for free. BB in my media was a good start because the tank was running the same day I acquired it. Set it all up used some bio starter crap. I got a 1.5" Convict, 2" GT, 1.5" JD, 2 veil angel fish biggest ones about 3" smaller is about 2". Seem to have paired up. Common pleco. One clown loach ( who will be getting a buddy or two soon. And one 3" rainbow shark. You're thoughts?

 

[CichlidMadness]

This is some pics.

 

[omni024]

I like your layout. I'm not sure how angel fish will deal with the convicts as they get bigger that's something to keep an eye on. Your common pleco and clown loach(s) will probably outgrow the tank at some point unless you plan on keeping the tank lightly stocked. The best advice I can give you is research the crap out of this hobby research every fish you have and every fish you plan on getting. Make sure to understand the nitrogen cycle backwards and forwards. Everyone's tank is different and you will learn over time how yours behaves. Expect to lose a fish or two as you learn. But yeah my two cents.

 

[pisan]

why is tank not full