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Re: anyone keeping plants with cichlids?
Posted: Wed May 21, 2025 2:54 pm
by henlady
I've never had luck with plants and cichlids. They always end up ripped out or eaten. Maybe I'm doing something wrong.
Re: anyone keeping plants with cichlids?
Posted: Wed May 21, 2025 4:44 pm
by dervin
Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. I'll try Anubias and see how it goes. Appreciate the help!
Re: anyone keeping plants with cichlids?
Posted: Wed May 21, 2025 5:21 pm
by submash
henlady wrote: ↑Wed May 21, 2025 2:54 pm
I've never had luck with plants and cichlids. They always end up ripped out or eaten. Maybe I'm doing something wrong.
It's not just you. Cichlids are notorious for this. Try heavier plants or ones that can be anchored securely.
Re: anyone keeping plants with cichlids?
Posted: Wed May 21, 2025 5:47 pm
by bluemist1
Another tip: if you're adding new plants, do it during a water change when the fish are a bit stressed. They might not notice the plants as much.
Re: anyone keeping plants with cichlids?
Posted: Wed May 21, 2025 6:22 pm
by wolfsong
bluemist1 wrote: ↑Wed May 21, 2025 5:47 pm
Another tip: if you're adding new plants, do it during a water change when the fish are a bit stressed. They might not notice the plants as much.
That's a clever idea. Never thought of that. Might give it a shot.