So this is my first cichlid tank. I have a 40 gallon that is cycling with Seaclear Stability and Prime. Last reading was 0.25 ammonia, 0 nitrite and 10 nitrate. I put 5 yellow lab cichlids in 48 hours ago. They swam around for the first few hours but they have all been hiding ever since. Each has claimed a spot behind a rock and will not come out. If I turn the light off most will come out for a bit but then run for cover if you walk towards the tank. I do plan on adding more cichlids (demasoni) once tank is fully cycled.
Is this normal? Did I buy 5 agoraphobic fish? I see no reason to have a tank with theses beautiful colored fish if you can not see them.
Is this normal? Did I buy 5 agoraphobic fish? I see no reason to have a tank with theses beautiful colored fish if you can not see them.