African stocking

[busymom23]

I have a currently empty 36 gallon bow front and was wanting to get some african cichlids. However the really colorful ones I like all get about 5 inches. I don't want them to outgrow the tank, but is it possible to get a few for a 36? Or is it impossible?


Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

[Ulrichsd]

Most people are going to say 55g minimum unless you are doing dwarf cichlids like shell dwellers

Sent from my SPH-L710 using Aquarium Advice mobile app

[busymom23]

That's what I figured, and I've looked at shell dwellers and like the coloring of the electric blue and peacocks much better...thanks for responding!


Sent from my iPhone using Aquarium Advice

[Ulrichsd]

You cold do electric blue or German blue rams? Tiger barbs? Some other options with color.

Others might have some additional suggestions.

Sent from my SPH-L710 using Aquarium Advice mobile app