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Oversizing filters can work if you buffer the output. I use sponge pre-filters or point the spray bar at the glass to diffuse flow. My 40 breeder has a canister rated for 75 gallons, no issues.

The shell dwellers are hard water fish, which is pretty much the opposite of what Kribs need. I think they're really cool fish though, both of them.

What your Krib is likely feeding on is the bacteria growing on the wood, and if the wood's slightly rotten, she's probably pulling off tiny bits. Kribs are detritivores, which means they feed on debris from the bottom of streams, picking off invertebrates, bacteria, and plant matter. They're classic ...

I'm in agreement on the water issue, but I sense it's a non-starter for you.

Moving on to behavior, I foresee potential problems. Both the loaches and shell dwellers occupy similar tank space, which could lead to competition. In this scenario, I'd bet on the Cichlids emerging victorious. They ...

I spent years keeping Neolamprologus marunguensis, mainly to observe their social dynamics. Although they aren't shell dwellers, their behavior is quite similar. What I noticed was that young males became quite aggressive once they reached adulthood and didn't disperse to form new groups. By the ...

I'd venture to say they're probably still quite young, not fully developed yet. Haven't kept shell dwellers myself, my water's too soft and my interests lie elsewhere, but I have had some experience with Tanganyikan tanks. What you've described sounds similar to young fish still in the 'getting to ...

jasmy wrote: ↑Sun Jun 08, 2025 7:42 pm Does the tank get direct sunlight? That'll crank up temps fast. My cousin's tank was near a window, and it cooked his Guppies.

Good point. Even ambient light from windows can add heat. Blackout curtains help if relocation's not an option.

First thing, check your heater settings. Sometimes they malfunction and overheat. If it's set right, try reducing room temp or adding a fan blowing across the water surface. Evaporation cools things down.

It's worth noting that every country has its own set of laws when it comes to collecting, exporting, and importing - these laws can be quite complex and strict. To get a better understanding of the specifics, I'd recommend reaching out to someone from a Cichlid Association near you, they might be ...

If the store couldn't name them, that usually means they're hybrids - and that generally increases their value. 'Assorted' tanks are often a mix. You might get a better idea what they mostly are as they grow, but chances are they're just gorgeous mutts.