Baumgirl Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 So I've sold my 5 red head Tapajos and need some less common interesting South American cichlids to replace them with. Only remaining fish in the tank is 1 7inch red spot severum and 1 5inch heros sp. curare. Tank is 5ft long, sand substrate and lots of drift wood. Filtered with an fx6 and a fluval 406. Suggestions? I'm feeling really stumped at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmullin Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 A great 5ft planted tank! No fish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baumgirl Posted March 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I've done the planted thing, to much work for my life these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmullin Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Had to try! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddictedToFish Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I'd recommend getting some belly crawler dwarf pike cichlids! Great South American predator, very interesting characteristics, hardy little fellows, and all in a compact little body I just purchased 2 F and 1 M and already the male has paired with one of the beautiful females! Separating the lone female as she has become aggressive and almost jeleous, and fingers crossed I have a successful breeding pair these are what I turned to after my eartheater phase lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baumgirl Posted March 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Interesting! I'll look into them for sure! You have any pics of yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddictedToFish Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Actually, I don't, so it's about time for a few will post this evening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baumgirl Posted March 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Also if you don't mind me asking where'd you acquire yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddictedToFish Posted March 16, 2016 Report Share Posted March 16, 2016 I happened to get them at Gold Aquariums on 17th Ave. I purchased my big female there about 6 weeks ago, and after about 2 weeks with her, I knew I had to get more!! When I went back, there was only a male and female remaining(and oh so lucky I was as they had already formed their partnership) my apologies for the delay on photos, as they have proven to be one of the most elusive creatures to photograph! Successfully got a few good shots nonetheless, just the daunting task of transferring from camera to photobucket, to here! Lol thanks for your interest and photos are just around the corner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baumgirl Posted March 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2016 No worries! I'm excited to see your pictures. No rush however. What size tank are you housing yours in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddictedToFish Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 http://s173.photobucket.com/user/kylecarnegie/library/Aquatica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baumgirl Posted March 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Those have really nice colors! Thanks for sharing! Hope to get my hands on some one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddictedToFish Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 No worries : ) I will try to remember to do some updates, and if I have success in breeding them, I'll be sure and let you know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferd Posted February 21, 2017 Report Share Posted February 21, 2017 Has anyone seen any pike cichlids in calgary recently? I had one years ago and would like to find some more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjerrom Posted February 22, 2017 Report Share Posted February 22, 2017 C. regani is a nice dwarf pike that does not destroy tanks although they can chase down cardinals and rummynose! Just speaking from experience. If you want to go to the medium size pikes - Red Pikes or Zebrinas are some of the most colorful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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