Top 10 African Cichlid Tank Essentials Every Aquarist Needs

[@KaveManAquatics]

Want to learn how to keep your very own African Cichlids? It's not as hard as you think, let me teach you 😊 👉 kavemanaquatics.com/keeping-african-cichlids/

[@christinebrookes4586]

Heya I hope you don't mind me asking but I'm about to get my first set up and would really like to keep cichlids, you seem to know what you're talking about, there is a company selling 10 mawalis for 95 , I'm assuming if they shouldn't really go together then they shouldn't really be a bundle , but here are the fish.... Red peacock Blue dolphin Marble peacock x 2 Strawberry peacock Redfin Yellow peacock Nyereri Firefish Electric blue Do you think they will be OK? And thank you 😊

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@christinebrookes4586 sounds like a great group. If you’re just getting into African cichlids there’s a lot to learn. Start out by watching my free webinar training 😊 You can find it here kavemanaquatics.com/African-cichlids-course

[@christinebrookes4586]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you so much! I've only ever had a tiny 57l tank with wee tropicals like guppies etc, but just brought a 400l , my mom had cichlids when I was a wee un and they're beautiful so I'd love to get them all set up, I'll definitely watch the videos they'll probably do wonders for me , thanks again 😊

[@christinebrookes4586]

Sorry do you mind me asking one thing, I've brought crushed coral filter media to sort the pH levels , will that me enough or should I get a specific substrate too

[@santamonicahelpassistant418]

Are these your fish? They're so beautiful. How do you keep your tank and water so clean? -Sophia

[@alisonorigel573]

I’ve been a fish keeper most of my life. I just got into cichlids. I have a 75 gallon hap and peacock tank. I’ve learned so much from your videos new and old. Thanks for the information! You rock!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@timporch6001]

I've kept Malawi Cichlids for many decades and what I've just watched was one of the most beneficial and informative videos to date. Thank you.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Wow, Love to hear positive feedback from the veterans of the hobby!! Thank you! 😊

[@TraxandGrooves]

This is the best African Cichlid instructional video I have viewed on KZbin. Thank you!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, I appreciate that! Glad you found it helpful 😊

[@castlecruuz]

Well here I am...Went from a 10 Gallon tank with guppies. Watched 2 of your videos...Now I have two 55gs and 75g. My Cichlids are doing great! The beginning was stressful because my fish had parasites. I noticed bloat and string poop, immediately treated them with metroplex and the garlic guard stuff you recommended in the last video I watched. My fish are doing AMAZING! THANK YOU!!!! I'm using one of my 55's as a quarantine tank currently. Forever Subscribed. Thanks Kev

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats an awesome transition! So glad I could help get you into African Cichlids!! 😊💪

[@pegrathwol]

Great tips. Long time fish keeper, but I just started with African Cichlids 6-8 months ago. So challenging but also so rewarding. I'm still working on getting my water parameters right. This video is full of fantastic info. Thanks KaveMan!

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@marypaigeflynn4512]

Great video! one of the best videos I've seen!! I kept cichlids years ago before I ever had access to something like KZbin!! I wish I knew then what I know now... I left the hobby for about 15 years and have just come back to it. I love this incredible community and enjoying learning!! Right now I've been doing planted tanks but the next tank I do is going to be one like this!! Some of the most beautiful fish in the world!! I've been wanting to get back into cichlids again so this really inspires me! Thanks for sharing Kev! I hope you're having a very blessed day! 🙏🌿🐟🌿💚

[@KaveManAquatics]

That's awesome, so glad I could inspire you to get back into cichlids! Welcome back to the hobby! We missed you! 😊

[@gamewizardks]

I started a Cichlid tank a few months ago. I've been stocking it slowly ever since, only adding about 3 at any one time. I think I have about 15 right now. I did have one death when I added 3 to a tank one time. I appreciate the tips given here. I am mixing all 3 types and they seem to be doing well together. I feed with 3 different types of food.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad its working out for you! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@UNIXSOLJASysadminSyndicate]

Did you start with just three?

[@formercityboy9772]

This is the most informative video I watched today . Thank you.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@farlz99]

👍🏻 100% agree

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@farlz99 Thanks bro 😊

[@marypaigeflynn4512]

👍💯🔥

[@austinludwig1296]

Very informative. Wish the people at my fish store knew 1/3 as much as you

[@KaveManAquatics]

lol Thanks bro, Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@jessortiz3612]

So I was asked to fish sit an African Cichlid for a week. I took the liberty of naming him Paco (lol). When my friends came back they realized I had grown attached and they gave him to me. I thought he was lonely and need friends... So I was given 3 more. Needless to say... Paco is a player and I now have 15 African Cichlids 🤦🏻‍♀️ and no idea what I’m doing. All in 2 months!! Your videos are helping so much. Thank you!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you're finding the video's helpful 😊 Heres a helpful playlist on African Cichlids - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

[@jimspeegle746]

GREAT VIDEOS!. simple, well explained! TY again! Keep em coming!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks, will do!

[@jjjsofficial7478]

Oh my gosh the last tip is legit what I'm going through rn ,I have an aggressive mbuna in the quarantine tank because he was attacking everyone and killed the other smaller mbuna In the bag I brought home with him,thanks so much kev you've been a real life saver for the past week for me,currently have 2 parrots 2mbuna and 3 peacocks and planning to introduce 1 more parrot and 2 more peacocks!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, Glad I could help! Be careful with those mbuna!

[@sanaamasum8398]

The best video about cichlids ever

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michelleclary2570]

By far the best video we have seen since starting. This journey !

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@stacieel1668]

This tank is beautiful thanks for the tips 👌

[@KaveManAquatics]

Staciee l Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@SlimTim_dirty_aquatics]

Fired Up Video!!! Good tips, so far been good. Bought 12 Mbuna at PetsMart Black Friday Sale, Of course quarantined. Re setup my 55 gallon with 19 comet goldfish to establish the bio filter and nitrogen cycle, now their out in the aquaponics system. Hoping, starting off my Mbuna together at young ages, lessen the aggression. Thanks for this video, adding to favs

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@allisonmcnulty8770]

Great video! Super informative. I'm getting back into the hobby after a 15 year hiatus and plan on sticking with all African Cichlids. I can see a lot has changed for the better. I've been watching as many of your video's as I can to get up to date with the times. One of the major questions i have is what filter to use? I saw one of your videos where you talk about cleaning and set up of the Fluval 407. I was debating between this and the Fluval FX4. Again, the tank size will be 75 gallons. Any thoughts as to which one would be more appropriate for Cichlids and this tank size? Thanks!

[@KaveManAquatics]

On my 75 I had an FX6 and a 407 running. This is because my tank was overstocked, by design. You may not overstock at first but you'll eventually see the benefits of doing so. natural progression for new African Cichlid owners. So I would definitely at least start with an FX6 so you dont waste money on a smaller filter you'll need to upgrade very soon. btw, I have an entire course on keeping African Cichlids, but I suggest you start with my Free Webinar training first - event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics

[@allisonmcnulty8770]

@@KaveManAquatics Wow, thank you! I'm glad I asked.

[@harryburns8233]

@@KaveManAquatics is the tank in this video 75 Gallons?? I have a 65 Gallon and am trying to gauge how many to put in. I notice you said you had 30 that would give me a real accurate impression of how many to put in my tank.

[@Brian-xt7bp]

I recently started investing in Cichlids/tanks/and everything that goes with it. Spent A Lot Of Money doing so! I found your channel VERY HELPFUL! Thank you! I subscribed! I will continue to follow!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@priteshmohite3077]

Beautiful fish and tank ever loved it ❤️😍

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@elijarman9118]

I have a 65 gallon with cichlids and they are awesome I’ve sat down for hours and just watched them They are so beautiful

[@KaveManAquatics]

I agree they are awesome!! 😊😊 You should join my facebook group, we share our love for our fish there and its a great place to find help and connect with other fish keepers - facebook.com/groups/kavemanaquatics

[@cat_family369]

Hey my friend nice tank you have great to see you thanks for sharing love you God bless you stay safe stay happy and stay blessed nice

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! 😊

[@chrisrosenthal1210]

Don't be afraid to get rid of certain ones if you make a stocking mistake. Took me a while to learn that one. When I first started I had a Jaguar that got big and would kill any new fish I added. If it fit in his mouth, it was gone. Then once I ended up with a breeding pair of convicts... Came in one day and there was a black cloud of convict babies, and the 2 had every fish in the tank pushed to the other end lol About 80 in a 200 gal... Convicts ain't no joke when they breed lol I really miss all my tanks. I had about 10 tanks at one time not including breeding tanks. When I figured out how to strip the females and make my own egg bubblers, I had probably 20 grow out tanks too. One of these days I'll get back into it.

[@KaveManAquatics]

We'll be here ready for you to rejoin us! Thanks for the tips!

[@Shadow-wn5fw]

Man, you are giving me some serious new knowledge and I didn't get into the hobby yesterday!

[@KaveManAquatics]

🤣🤣 Glad I Can help! Beauty of this hobby is that we all keep learning everyday 😊

[@sadipapa]

excellent video !!! Excellent narration !! excellent to the point and crisp explanation !! full of information which makes sense !!! Thanks Kaveman !!! Actually I am having little trouble - I am already having fishes( 1pc- Severum- 5.5", 1pc OB - 3", 2 pcs - Firemouth(Pair) - 3.2" , 1 pc - Electric Blue Hap - 3" , 1pc - Red Shoulder - 2.8", 1 pc - Yellow Lab - 1.5" , 1 pc - Venustus - 3" ,1pc - Albino rainbow shark - 3" total 10/11 fishes already there in the 54 gallon /3.5'x1.5'x1.5' long tank )............................. NOW on 22- Jan-2022 added lot other fishes which I was very much interested to keep ( 1pc - Dragon Blood - 6" , 1 pc - Taiwan Reef 5", 1 pc - Sulphur Head 5", 1pc - Blue Dolphin 5" , 2 pcs - female Blue Dolphin 4.5", 1pc - Lwanda - 4" , 1 pc - Red Cap Itungi - 3" , 1 pc - Sunshine Benga - 4" , 1 pc - Ruby Red , 1 pc - German Red , 2 pcs - Polar parrot(pair) 3.5" ) ................... now total i have 22 fishes in my tank ... yes I know it is over stocked almost 50% more than the tank capacity ..... but I did it deliberately to mitigate the aggression ................. now the after that the observation is the Severum which used to be the tank boss ... was super aggressive and chased almost all the fishes specially the DRAGONBLOOD !!! .. and i can see the Dragon blood is almost hiding in the scape / cave all the time now ... the Severum is also chasing 4 other fishes along with Dragn blood, e.g. Sunshine , ruby red , german red , pollar parrots !!! now after 4 days I can see the chasing has reduced drastically by the Severum and as I can see the only target of Severum is DRAGONBLOOD ....... so my questin is is it stabilizing ? is it normal phenomenon? is it stabilizing gradually ? question to Kaveman & all other experts ... Thanks a lot in advance from India !

[@KaveManAquatics]

You have a very strange mix of fish that are not usually kept together. I am surprised you dont have more problems. Aggression will always be in your tank because of the species mix. You have fish that require different diets too. Severums are usually very calm fish so it sounds strange that hes the bully in your tank. Good luck with your tank bud. Sorry I couldnt be more helpful!

[@abigailgooch3339]

Beautiful video thank you so much for the information! :)

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@Betelegeusebabez]

My dad passed.away in November and I inherited his cichlid tank. I literally found myself with a huge tank and 8 cichlids I knew diddly squat about. I have just found your channel and begun watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@KaveManAquatics]

So sorry for your loss! I commend you for trying to keep his tank going! I am happy to help with anything you need! To start with watch this playlist which will be very helpful to you - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

[@tommyblansett9254]

While all that information was great, I really loved the last "bonus" idea.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊💪

[@MickyTubbs1985]

Kev, your " PRIMERS " are in a word " FANTASTIC!" Keep'em coming. 🙂

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

wowow super nice tanks of cichlids :D "D

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you!! 😊

[@KeepItBrief89]

This man is the best for aquarium info hands down.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro! Appreciate that 😊💪

[@mikesmith4764]

Where do you get your fake rock decorations?

[@bigtimber7991]

Excellent video my man! Been a hobbyist and professional for over 35 years and you covered all the bases! I will pass on to customers so they just don’t hear me preaching lol.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Lol, great idea! Glad to hear such an experienced hobbyist like yourself enjoyed the video, awesome! 😊

[@KaveManAquatics]

Are you new to African Cichlids and have more questions? Let me know below!! If you're and AC expert share some of your tips below for the new guys 🙂 Don't forget to subscribe 👉 kzbin.info

[@kalkidanabebe934]

Do you have this beautiful fishes for sale Kaveman?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Kalkidan Abebe I don’t, but I get my fish from great breeder! Check out coastalcichlids.com and use code Kaveman10 for a 10% discount on your order 😊

[@manikatana9684]

Anyone know what species of cichlid that one round white/blue one with black/blue stripes on the bottom middle/left - its the only one i see that looks this way and would like to know

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@kalkidanabebe934 No I don’t sell fish sorry. But here’s where I get all my fish...with discount codes kavemanaquatics.com/product-category/fish-discounted-online/

[@GeorgeSmith-ze5vk]

I always took the aggressive fish out… rearranging on tank.. and put him back in the next day and never had problems.. I also kept females and males together.. I had a beautiful rock scape so when they had babies.. and yes they had MANY babies.. the little ones could hide…also never had problems with aggression.. it was a pretty big tank also.. 120 gallon.. but you have some amazing fish.. my son who is 14 and has autism loves fish so we are talking about getting another tank and starting..

[@dedetreek8893]

Great content. What I loved the most was seeing the pink parrot swimming around with no care in the world amongst those aggressive fish.....and they all left him alone!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro, Yes Gordo does his own thing, he's his own boss lol

[@abdelhamidcharifi1250]

I have seen too many videos from your chanel , and i have learned a lot , thank you

[@christophermejia1393]

Honestly your tank and your detail to info is the reason why I want a african cichlid tank

[@KaveManAquatics]

That’s awesome! Glad I could inspire 😊

[@jasonwehner7221]

Thank you for making the vids that you make. You're the ONLY KZbinr I've seen. That doesn't fill their vids with fluff and bullshit. You're right to the point and I love that. Thanks again bro!

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure Jason! I try to get you guys the info you need right away 😁 Glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@Grownman19]

I’m a beginner . Thank you for breaking everything down from the start for ppl like me

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@steverandich8882]

Very informative. I have a 250G Mbuna (all male) tank with reef tank set up with overflow and massive sump with UV, GFO, carbon, ATS, and two large bio towers. I also run Reef lighting over it (Kessil A360Xs) to bring out fish color and shimmer in tank. I run them in a narrow illumination period to restrict algae. My stocking is very heavy, probably 100 Mbunas.

[@KaveManAquatics]

That sounds like an awesome setup! 💪💪

[@aleksandramocko2678]

Thanks so much for bonus tip. I am gonna to try this out with parrot fish as he is making a lot of problems in my fish tank but i'd rather keep him than rehome ;-)

[@ashtinstevens4511]

Just got African cichlids less than a month ago. My first tank ever I have a 29 gallon tank with only 4. There definitely are 2 that seem to pick on one all the time. Is there a time period where this may get better or if it doesn’t I should try quarantining? Also I can not find the App you spoke about. Do you know if it is available on Apple phones? I would love to know what type of fish they are specifically!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats why you need to overstock. With only 4 one will become dominant and pick on the other 3. Just searched the app store and unfortunately it looks like its gone...sorry bud

[@nnamdieneanya2317]

Very good i learned a good way to learn from taking care of african cichlids fish from you

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome! Glad I was able to help! 😊

[@josephmuscat9764]

Hi I have a 700 litres tank and I bought a fluval filter fx6 series . What addons do you recommend to add inside the filter ? Thanks for your info.You taught me alot.😊

[@redeemedone7457]

Very concise & informative video on African cichlids..over stocking your tank so that the “fish can’t keep track of who they don’t like”..lol

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@jasonbeedle9428]

Hi Kev great videos , can you slightly overstock a community tank as long as you keep it clean and keep parameters right ?

[@Whey2010]

You're killing it Kaveman! Loved the content... continue the Love bro!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! 😁💪

[@cooperrobertson1708]

I have two dwarf (birth defect) chichlids in a 1.5 gal. They’re bestfriends and follow eachother like shadows. 0 aggression, 0 territorial behavior. They even snuggle up under a moss ball together. They always rush to greet me at the front of the tank too, I absolutely adore them!!! 🤩 (their names are pickle and carrot, they’re dark green / turquoise and orange, hehe!)

[@KaveManAquatics]

That's awesome, love their names too! 😊

[@lisadel101]

New to keeping cichlids only 8 weeks now, thanks for all info especially about tank boss

[@KaveManAquatics]

My Pleasure! Check this out, you may be interested. kavemanaquatics.com/kac-relaunch

[@davidplessy2864]

Good vid. I want a cichlid tank like that. Humbly, I hope this helps if no one commented....* "Fish" is only plural when all the fish u refer to are the same. Use "fishes" for referring to a group that contains multiple types of fish.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Bro! Thank you for that clarification! I have always been stumbled by which one to use 🤣🤣

[@MrEvilmitch]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏 very helpful 👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@oyoxtio]

my guy ur videos are goooold! I dono what it is but I can't stop watching ur vids man keep up the good work ur helping people more than u could possibly know!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Lol Thanks bro! Love to hear that positive feedback! Glad to know you’re enjoying the channel!

[@Mrmike710]

I must Kev youve inspired me to start my first African cichlid tank.

[@GreyAkuma-g2l]

Love the content lot of help, I rescued a albino dojo loach any tips or tricks to help keep em happy, any good info will be big help

[@mary-jocosgrove8354]

That was so awesome. So if you have a quarantine tank. To you just always have a tank ready all the time or do you set one up and let it cycle thru. Thanks.

[@KaveManAquatics]

You can just set one up when you need it. By using seeded media from your main tank, it will instantly cycle your newly setup quarantine tank.

[@tinacox4999akadirtysouth]

I love your videos and so true .so imformative.thank you . Mine have done exactly that .at first I thought there was gonna be trouble but no they are settling down .

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you!! 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@kallumdunn1351]

Hey, awesome video man, keep up the great work !

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro! 😊

[@coltonian888]

This was an amazing vid that really helped me out thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful

[@mikesaquariums4293]

Just set up 180 gallon cichlid can't wait to get some more great info from you

[@KaveManAquatics]

Mike’s Aquariums Thanks bud! Congrats on that tank!! 👍👍

[@taydenlogsdon1186]

Which out of the three groups does a blood parrot fit into, would they do best in a peacock and haps tank or in a Mbuna tank

[@Lorenz_c]

Thank you for the great advice on African chichlids I’m planning on getting a big chichlid tank I already got some👍👦🏽

[@KaveManAquatics]

Lorenz Collins Cool! Glad I could be helpful 👍😊

[@slowvalvebeck9074]

Great video, thanks for the info! Was a nice refresher- had a cichlid tank about 10 years ago. Thinking about going at it again.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Do it!! 😊😊

[@chiminh6819]

Awesome video!! Learned a lot!! Time to build my African Cichlids tank.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks and Good luck! If you need extra help I also have an online video course 😊 kavemanaquatics.com/kac-relaunch

[@grafhix79]

Great video mate, best on keeping cichlids that I've seen on KZbin, keep up the good work 👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

James Hicks Thanks bro! Appreciate those words 👍👍

[@grafhix79]

@@KaveManAquatics No problem, refreshing to see someone with a genuine passion for the hobby, really look forward to your vids.👍🏻

[@KaveManAquatics]

James Hicks Thanks again! This hobby has filled a huge void for me, probably why I love it! 😊

[@jonathankraft8028]

Hey man! Great video. Did you build the rocks yourself? If so what kind of rocks are they? Thanks!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, nope theyre fake rock decor from my local Petsmart 😊

[@judyjames13926]

Absolutely brilliant video and information thank you 👏👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@zflyzone]

Absolutely beautiful fish. Best video yet.

[@zflyzone]

Hey Kaveman, just started up again. Which online fish source do you suggest. It’s been a while for me, and there’s many out there. Cheers

[@KaveManAquatics]

zflyzone thanks Bud, welcome back!! I use coastalcichlids.com The owners name is Neil, great customer service and awesome healthy fish. You can communicate with him directly through DM on Facebook or Instagram too. Tell him Kev sent ya 😉 Welcome back Mate!

[@zflyzone]

Thanks a lot Kev will be checking it out for sure.

[@Christopher68Young]

Whenever I get ready to add new fish I do it when I'm doing the weekly 40% water changes, changing the rocks around and resettling the sand usally does the trick for me. Sometimes it's the same top fish and other times it's a new top fish but they usally figure it out lol

[@tiffitude8u]

Thanks so much very informative love African cichlids

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure!

[@lilikoimahalo]

Love the your chiclid collection!!! Beautiful colors wow

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you so much! Here's a cool playlist on them - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

[@smugglersrun7779]

The last bouns tip was awesome to know thanks love the channel new subscriber

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great! Glad you found it helpful, and thanks for the Sub! 😁💪

[@jlmm3968]

Have a question when u put water conditioner in tank during water changes do you condition on amount of water you take out or entire tank size.. keep up great work

[@KaveManAquatics]

jlm m Great question. I always dose the entire tank volume with dechlorinator, not just the amount removed and replaced. Prime can be safely double dosed if needed so I always make sure there isn’t any chlorine to worry about!

[@janellechew6193]

Wonderful true information!! Thankful for you!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed! 😊

[@jasonraaymaker3483]

I must say your aquarium yes it looks absolutely beautiful but being a fellow hobbyist I know just what it takes to have a tank looking like that that clear water healthy fish I know what it takes I commend you on your effort and knowledge keep up the good work very impressed with your tank quality fish quality and obvious effort and of course without the knowledge you would never have a tank with me so pristine two thumbs up and I am going to also subscribe to your Channel thanks friend

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro, I appreciate the follow, glad you're enjoying the channel! 😊

[@footyfantv5836]

What do you think is the minimum size tank to keep these, and how many should be kept in that size tank, thanks your fish look amazing 🤩

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Minimum is 55 and depending on their size max is anywhere from 8-12

[@kingofslimecity]

I was gonna ask this. I have a 55 with a fx6 filter and a hang on back filter.. I was given 12 convict fry. They are growing fast. If it looks crowded in a few months, I'll upgrade to a 125.. Ive been doing 25% water changes every 2 weeks

[@rcmiamimozzy1210]

Love this Video and the educational and visuals are excellent. I am now a subscriber because of this one video and can’t wait to see what else he have on his channel for me to see and learn from. Good Work. Keep it Up!!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Mozzy Bone Thanks for those words! Glad you enjoyed the video 👍

[@rcmiamimozzy1210]

KaveMan Aquatics no problem bro. Keep them coming. I have a Mbuna tank and a peacock tank. My peacocks are all juvenile so I’m waiting to see which will color up and which won’t so I know what I have. The Mbunas are crazy as usual. But I can never figure out who the tank boss really is because they all get chased at some point. Lol

[@KaveManAquatics]

Mozzy Bone lol yea that mbunas for ya! Goal for my 2nd tank is an mbuna tank...love those guys too!

[@couldbenicer3199]

Awesome video just like all the rest! New subscriber here, your videos have helped me with my tank and so much more. Thanks for all the informational videos that are always great to watch! Stay blessed my friend & thanks again for all the great content

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you sir! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@welder9163]

Beautiful tank. Love the parrot and convict mixed in!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@chris0674]

This is one of the best videos I’ve never seen before...thanks for this information 👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@chris0674]

Yes sir, really good videos bro..

[@stellajaeger8609]

thanks for the super informative video....where did you purchase those stacked rocks from? they look great

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Theyre in my shop under decor! Check it out here - koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@tinacox4999akadirtysouth]

Your fish are so beautiful.Be glad when mine are bigger Can't wait for the colors .kind of frustrating when you are a newbie like me.i had bout mastered the mbunas .I now am struggling to learn about my peacocks.

[@KaveManAquatics]

If you've mastered mbunas, the peacoks will be easy for you 😊 Glad you're finding the channel helpful.

[@marioortiz7264]

Hey man first off I love all the vids and secondly do you know anything about dwarf pike cichlids I have 2 and have done research but they aren’t commonly kept so there isn’t much on them do uk if they are African or South American cichlids? They are doing fine But I feel like they aren’t “thriving” how ur fish are any tips but they are healthy and eating good. Any info helps rlly Thxs again love the vids

[@fr0rg]

Your fish are stunning man! Regards from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, Glad you like them!

[@lilron1682]

I have that top fin decoration in my s. American tank. Lol. nice tank . I'm starting an African cichlid tank , looking for some tips

[@adamsantos5737]

Although I do not have, I love African Cichlids. I'm un aware of the name, but the marble colored Cichlids are beautiful. I currently have crushed coral for substrate with live plants, my Firemouth's and Jack Dempseys love it and it brings out the colors. I'm concerned with my two Jack's, their colors have not darkened in color, but they are only about 1.5 in size. Thank you for posting.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Adam Santos I love Jack Dempseys too but don’t know much about them...when I have room for multiple tanks I will definitely research them. The Marble colored Cichlids are called OB Cichlids because they are a hybrid/mixed species, peacock with Mbuna.

[@ivanmokalu8532]

Amazing tank! Great tips... Subscribed

[@KaveManAquatics]

ivan mokalu Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@barafisk9633]

Belive it or not but i actually added a 2 inch salvini cichlid to my African ( mostly malawi but some tanganyikas like frontosa and 1 more which i cant think of the english name for atm ) and he is doing just fine ! most likely since salvinis can hold their own very easily , i'v seen this before even getting the 2 inch salv i have 2x 4-5 inchers that is holding their own to my almost 10 inch oscars :)!

[@bossingmgrtv]

Wow! I apreciate your design.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! 😊

[@ric_1371]

awesome video man. Thanks for the guidance really helpful

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad it helped!

[@drewschlegel7782]

Great video and beautiful African cichlid tank! I see you too have several different species of Africans.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Yes I do but they are all peacocks and haps except for only 1 Yellow Lab.

[@Shane2sweet1]

@@KaveManAquatics and is that a blood parrot I see? I thought they were a central American hybrid creation...

[@wesliving8728]

Dude! You are amazing!!! Thank you! You just gained a subscriber!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks for the sub! 💪

[@mrmackey1119]

just discovered your videos, love your channel man, Subscribed from a Londoner here!!!! keep them coming

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome, thank you!

[@StorytimeWithMya]

Awesome video!! Thanks so much

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@Mazza.N.Memphisplaya]

Liked and subscribed. I absolutely loved seeing the parrot fish. Recently someone told me I shouldn't have mixed parrot fish with my haps and peacocks so this video has set me at ease :)

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks for the sub! Technically they are right, technically they shouldnt be together because of water parameters and temperment....but as you can see, it can be done successfully! Here's another great video that will make you feel even better - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXe0oIGmaqqCZqs

[@Mazza.N.Memphisplaya]

Yep I do feel even better after watching that. I have 2 parrots and they live together in a submarine. They swim with my dolphin and 2 peacocks but don't get involved in the squabbles lol. I'm getting more Africans soon I defo need more and fingers crossed it carries on working out :)

[@vickiryan8219]

awesome video...starting our 2nd cichlid tank this week....what is the name of that super rainbow colored one swimming around...its beautiful

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks..you'll have to be more specific than that lol try posting a screen shot in my facebook group. facebook.com/groups/kavemanaquatics

[@thawtarwinpyaesone3582]

your videos are really helpful. I enjoy watching them. and I wanna know how many cichlid would you like to recommend for a 55 gallon tank?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you, glad you're finding them helpful! You can have about 10-15 in a 55 depending on their size

[@sidneywhite749]

Great video, answered many questions have.

[@KaveManAquatics]

sidney white Thanks! 😊

[@andromidia1]

Great vid . Top tips for a new guy 👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@Julio-3_oscars]

Barley seeing your fishes for the first time u got some nice fish the coloring and everything