amcd58 Posted March 12, 2021 Share Posted March 12, 2021 Hey guys I'm looking for suggestions on a multie tank. I have a 10 gallon tank that I want to turn into a multie tank. Will a 10 gallon be enough room for these guys? Thank you for any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nataku Posted March 12, 2021 Share Posted March 12, 2021 You can do multis in a species only 10 gallon, just be aware you will need to stay on top of keeping the numbers in check once they start breeding as they can quickly overcrowd the tank. But really a 20 long is a much better multi tank since they will absolutely make use of every extra bit of ground space you give them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biotope Biologist Posted March 12, 2021 Share Posted March 12, 2021 10 gallons is fine for these fish. Your biggest concern is going to be to break up lines of sight and providing adequate amounts of large shells to choose from. They are small but they are still a cichlid so following basic cichlid rules is ideal. This includes: breaking line of sight as stated above plenty of "territories" in the tank Be ready to divide fish if aggression is an issue Care in choosing tank mates Other than that pH and gH as you are likely aware needs to be high, since they are african cichlids Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardedbillygoat1975 Posted March 12, 2021 Share Posted March 12, 2021 I have found valisineria is great for breaking up the lines of sight in my Brevis tank. Guppy grass and water lettuce are great as well with the long trailers from the water lettuce and adjust the all over the place nature of the guppy grass easily distract my crew. I have 5 in a 10 gallon. 3 males and 2 females. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amcd58 Posted March 13, 2021 Author Share Posted March 13, 2021 Thank you guys for the help I can't wait for my multie tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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