choosing fish for a smaller tank

[stoop]

I'm excited to share my new 100L tank with you all, it's 76cm x 36cm x 36cm.
I've had fish for a few years now, but I'm a complete newbie when it comes to cichlids.
I thought about malawis, but after doing some research, I'm worried most species might outgrow my tank.
I know this is a common question, but I'd love to hear your suggestions for a tank of this size.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[Cobyx]

A male/female kribensis pair would be a good choice. I've had success with them in smaller tanks, 20 gallons in fact, and they did really well, even bred.

[inquiro]

For a 100L tank, you could consider apistogramma or kribensis - like Cobyx mentioned. Ram cichlids are another option, or even a checkerboard cichlid, though they do need pretty low pH, around 5.6.

[lanky_bark]

Agreed on the kribensis, I think they'd do really well in a tank that size.

[ocean4]

Shelldwellers from Lake Tanganyika - they're an option for a tank of this size, but I'd like to know more about their specific needs, as I'm still learning about cichlids.

[stoop]

Appreciate the suggestions, I'm now considering moving my tetras to the 100L and converting the 60L to a fiddler crab setup. Still weighing my options, but it's giving me some ideas.

[onetask]

What type of tetras do you have in your 60L tank, I'm curious to know.

If you're considering a South American tetra species, I think a pair of Laetacara curviceps would complement them nicely in the 100L. I've always been fond of these dwarf flag cichlids - they have a unique shape and their courtship displays are truly stunning.

I've had some experience with them, and while they can be a bit feisty if the pair isn't well-bonded, they're generally easy-going and get along well with tetras. One approach could be to start with a small group and let a pair form naturally, then rehome the others.

[flinta]

With a tank of your size, you've got a good range of options when it comes to Tanganyikan cichlids, I think they're definitely worth considering.