Who Gives A Fish Forums

This combo could be a recipe for disaster unless you've got a ton of hiding spots. One of the breeds will inevitably dominate the tank, and the others will be fair game. I've had my share of troubles with similar mixes - keeping Labs with Red Jewels was a nightmare. If you're still set on this, I ...

They will indeed, but the spawning cycle will persist.

I completely agree with adding more hiding spots for your Mbuna. With African cichlids, they really do need plenty of places to hide. I'd say keep the lights on, but create some spots where the light can't reach. You can try rearranging the tank, adding some plants or decorations, and see how that ...

Africans are brutal, no matter the species. I've kept them, bred them, and learned my lesson - they're just too aggressive. You need a tank that's double, triple the size of 29 gallons, especially if you're not breeding and don't know the sex ratio. I'm talking 60 gallons, 90 gallons - that's the ...