JengoJengo
Aquarium Advice Activist
Hello everyone!
I have a 20 gallon community tank, but I am ready to jump into the world of cichlids, and would love some advice.
So, I have just acquired a second hand 55 gal tank and stand. I have a Magnum Pro 350 filter with bio-wheels, and a Current LED light. I'm picking up a heater this weekend.
Here is my plan for substrate/hardscape:
Pool filter sand for substrate, a large rock hardscape.
I would love some advice on the following:
1. Stocking suggestions? Which kind, how many at first, etc?
2. Do I need to do the fishless cycle? If so, how long would that take and how should I do it? If not, how many fish to add at first?
3. Advice/how you obtain and maintain ideal water conditions for your Cichlids?
4. Any thing else I should know?
Thanks in advance!
I have a 20 gallon community tank, but I am ready to jump into the world of cichlids, and would love some advice.
So, I have just acquired a second hand 55 gal tank and stand. I have a Magnum Pro 350 filter with bio-wheels, and a Current LED light. I'm picking up a heater this weekend.
Here is my plan for substrate/hardscape:
Pool filter sand for substrate, a large rock hardscape.
I would love some advice on the following:
1. Stocking suggestions? Which kind, how many at first, etc?
2. Do I need to do the fishless cycle? If so, how long would that take and how should I do it? If not, how many fish to add at first?
3. Advice/how you obtain and maintain ideal water conditions for your Cichlids?
4. Any thing else I should know?
Thanks in advance!