cichlid problems please help

[Cwetherford]

I have a pair of mated Texas cichlids who act like there going to have eggs soon there are being very mean to all my other cichlids I have a sunburst peacock a regular peacock 2 African cichlids and a blue neon cichlid is there anything I can do to stop the aggression

 

[Cwetherford]

Or is it pretty much just get rid of the pair

 

[Cichildlife]

You could change up the decor, move it around, or move the pair to another tank

 

[bruinsbro1997]

How big is the tank? That's a big factor that could come into play.

 

[Cwetherford]

It's a 55 gallon

 

[steez]

Tanks too small.

First google search I did:

In the wild, Texas cichlids are found in densely grown pools and runs of small to large rivers and it is a good idea to mimic this type of environment in the aquarium. A single Texas cichlid can be kept in a 75 gallon aquarium, while a couple needs at least 125 gallons. If you get a pair, be prepared to divide the aquarium into two separate parts in case of extensive violence. If you want to keep a Texas cichlid with other fish, the aquarium must be at least 125 gallons.
- Texas Cichlid




A minimum 60 gallon aquarium is suggested for a single fish, a pair will need at least 100 gallons.
- http://animal-world.com/encyclo/fresh/cichlid/texas.php