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Andrew, your links were very helpful. I was planning on just mixing different types of african cichlids and it looks like that could have been a big mistake.

Excellent tips Andrew. Thanks. I looked into the pool filter sand and that looks like the way I'll go and maybe add a bag of the crushed coral. I may try the bottled bacteria additive but not sure yet. Have you tried any live plants with your cichlids? I know that it generally doesn't work but...

I just used my pool water test kit to measure the pH of the tap water and it looks like it's between 7.6 - 7.8 right out of the tap.

I just checked cost of playsand at Lowes and you're right about cost. Around $4 for 50 lbs. That would save almost $100 in a 72 gallon tank. The only advantage I see on the cichlid sand is that it is advertised to keep the pH levels higher for the life of the aquarium. If I can spend less time...

Andrew, thanks for the help. If you don't recommend cichlid sand what would you suggest? I would like something fine and either white, black or a mix. I've also been told of bottled bacteria to quickly cycle a tank. Have you ever heard of or used this product. It's new to me but sounded like...

Your gravel looks real clean. Do you vacuum it regularily or is it just maintained by your scavengers?

Beautiful tank. Both lighting systems look great. What size tank? What are you using for filtration? Did you start with all juveniles? Did you start with scavengers then add the cichlids?

Thanks Convict 2161. I just reposted in Cichlids.

Hi, I just joined and am excited to learn some new things from the other members. I'm 51 years old and started my first tank when I was 10 years old. I've been in and out of the hobby since. Mostly due to moving for job reasons. In the past I've done everything from freshwater community, african...

Hi, I just joined and am excited to learn some new things from the other members. I'm 51 years old and started my first tank when I was 10 years old. I've been in and out of the hobby since. Mostly due to moving for job reasons. In the past I've done everything from freshwater community, african...