How many cichlids in a 36 gal

[Andrew McFadden]

Here is a link of some that will work in your tank size.
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/cookie_cutter_29g.php

For one little slight correction there are some Africans that can be kept in that tank size.

some of the Cynotilapia afra would work and Pseudotropheus saulosi for mbuna Cichlids.

There are also some Tanganyika Cichlids like shell dwellers that would work.

Some african river Cichlids would work out in that tank size.

Along with many many more

 

[Samfred0205]

There are plenty of Africans that can be kept in that tank cyprichromis leptosoma

 

[CharlieKlein]

Sorry I was thinking he was planning like the petsmart kind that are like the assorted Mumbai

 

[Fishanatic]

There are plenty of Africans that can be kept in that tank cyprichromis leptosoma

Indeed there are, but there are also specifications as for the aggressiveness, the number of them and what they eat.

 

[Andrew McFadden]

Sorry I was thinking he was planning like the petsmart kind that are like the assorted Mumbai

Oh did he say that oops then yes your right they don't carry any that can be kept in that tank size.

 

[molliwopp]

36 gallon tank? Whats the footprint of the tank? Meaning how long is it and how wide?

 

[CharlieKlein]

Oh did he say that oops then yes your right they don't carry any that can be kept in that tank size.

That's what I'm assuming. If that's wrong then just let me know.

 

[Andrew McFadden]

36 gallon tank? Whats the footprint of the tank? Meaning how long is it and how wide?

36 Bowfront — 30 x 15 x 21

 

[Samfred0205]

The aqueon brand one?

 

[molliwopp]

36 Bowfront — 30 x 15 x 21

Well that does seem alittle small :S but not to the extent were im shouting at the screen and ive heard of worse proposals, still wouldnt recommend it.

 

[CharlieKlein]

Depending in the kind, 4 foot is minimu tank

 

[severum mama]

Cyprichromis leptosoma are not at all suitable for a 36 gallon tank.

Kribs are African cichlids.

Some of the Tanganyikan shell dwellers would work in that size of tank. Avoid the larger, more aggressive shell dwellers like L. Hecqui.

As an aside, I don't believe the OP has confirmed that he or she wanted Mbuna for sure. It does not help to jump to conclusions. If the OP is looking to keep Mbuna, I would recommend a larger tank.

 

[Samfred0205]

Why not cyprichromis leptasoma

 

[Fishanatic]

Why not cyprichromis leptasoma

leptosoma*
The smallest required size for them is 40 gallons.

 

[severum mama]

Minimum tank size for adults is actually much larger. I have attempted them in a 75 gallon and was later told by a more experienced cichlid keeper that a 6 foot tank would have been preferable.

 

[Samfred0205]

The smaller varieties can easily be kept in a tank of that size

 

[severum mama]

Do you have experience with them? They are active swimmers that are best kept in large groups. They are also somewhat delicate ime. I must disagree, once again, that a 36 gallon tank would afford them ample room.

 

[Samfred0205]

We will agree to disagree then, it's besides the point this is not a cyprichromis thread. The fact is yes there are Africans that can be kept in your tank find some you like research size and water parameters and have at it

 

[garfy]

Not really. If you get 2 of them, they will not thrive, unless they pair. Much rather get 1 instead of 6. They will not be more aggressive at all with 3, they will be much more aggressive at 6, why? because of territorial disputes. I really wouldn't understand why you would put that much fish in that small tank.

Once again they DO NOT pair.

 

[severum mama]

No, it is not a cyprichromis thread (and I am quite aware of the thread topic, thanks), but if I see a suggestion that I feel is inappropriate, I feel the need to say so. If you honestly think that a group of 12 cyps is a good stocking plan for a tank that is 30 inches long, I urge you to do a little more research on the topic.