220g set up

[ccantlin]

I will be setting up a 220g African cichlid tank tomorrow. I would like to get some input on;
A. Filtration
B. Substrate
C. Plants?
D. Sump size
E. Possible tank mates

I am leaning towards lake Malawi but I would greatly appreciate any ideas.


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[tyler93]

fake plants or real plants gravel works have plenty of caves they get very territorial and need hiding places they get aggressive and fight if not kept in right conditions

 

[tyler93]

i would get fish with the same temperament as them

 

[bettaowner]

For substrate, I'm a huge fan of using sand especially when you're dealing with fish that can be messy. Sand won't trap uneaten food or waste. DO you know what species of cichlids you'll be getting? Synodontis petricola is a great bottom feeder in mbuna tanks.

 

[ccantlin]

I currently have 10 peacocks


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[bettaowner]

I'd say a half dozen or so synodontis petricola could live in there. I've seen some people keep a red tail shark with their cichlids I suppose it could work here provided you have multiple hideouts.