Cyphotilapia frontosa discussion

[axonite]

Hey guys,
My tank good enough for frontosa breeding tank? (couple)
Length is 80 cm, width is 35 cm at the smallest and 18 cm at the longest part, height is 32 cm. It's a panoramic one, does that work for frontosas?

[axonix9]

Sounds a bit cramped for frontosas, if you ask me. They can grow up to 16 inches, so you might want to consider a bigger tank for breeding a couple.

[_Vodnik]

I'm with axonix9 on this, mate. Your tank's a bit too small for a breeding pair of frontosas. They grow massive when they're adults, so you'll need something bigger.

[mizonix]

I'd agree with that, minimum 6 foot for fronts, 8 footer being the sweet spot.

[axonix9]

Frontosas thrive in colonies, and visually, they really pop against a black background with lightly colored sand substrate. Currently keeping fronts? I've had the pleasure of keeping F1 zaire blue kapampa - they're honestly some of the most stunning fish I've ever had the chance to care for.

[zephyr8]

I'm inclined to agree with the consensus here - your tank's a bit undersized for frontosas. MAYBE, just maybe, you could squeeze a pair in with a high-quality external filter, but even that's a stretch. Frontosas really thrive in groups, so keeping just two might not be ideal. I've got a 450-liter tank myself, and I've got eight frontosas growing in there - trust me, it's a challenge keeping the water quality up, even with a heavy-duty external filter.

[Oceanix9]

From my research and understanding, I've come to realize that Frontosas indeed grow to be quite large, requiring ample space for their needs. Although they aren't exactly the most active swimmers, their size demands a substantial tank.

Considering they thrive in groups, I'd recommend a tank that's at least 150cm (5 feet) in length, with a minimum volume of 500 liters (approximately 125 gallons, if I'm correct). Ideally, 750 liters would be even better, providing them with the necessary environment.

So, to reiterate, the original tank size mentioned is indeed too small. However, it's worth noting that Frontosas are truly amazing fish.