When do angels "mature"

[happygirl65]

I am just wondering when the dreaded agression can be expected to start among my 6 angels. I have had them for about 4 months and they range in size from half dollar and silver dollare sizes.

I realize that they will eventually pair off and some lodging changes will need to be made so I am just wondering approximately how long do I have to get a new home ready in case of severe agression?

Right now they are all always hanging out together. This is a community tank 55 gallon long with lots of plants.

The LFS says I can bring them back for credit later on if they don't get along. So if it happens before I have another tank I will do that. I dont really want to breed them, just want how ever many will get along well in the community.

Any thoughts?

 

[Jchillin]

Unfortunately, you will not know when until they begin engaging in such behaviors. Once they do, you will need to act fast. When two of mine became a pair, within a day or so, they charged and speared the odd one to no end. I was fortunate in that I had another tank handy.

Another one of the interesting things about cichlids and Angels in particular.

 

[happygirl65]

OUCH! That does sound dreadful....I suppose I should just start preparing for the inevitable.

Thanks!