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| Re: Tanganyika-150 gallon tank [message #9259] |
Fri, 21 March 2008 17:17   |
 dalton 
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Registered: February 2008
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Just happened to come across this post, and decided to do my best at answering.
All Cyathopharynx foai and furcifer will behave in almost the exact same manner. The only major differences between the geographical variations is going to be color. So the question is, Which ones do you like? Also, it'll be much easier for you to obtain some of the more commonly available varieties. So you will probably only have a couple of different types to choose from at any given point in time.
Always remember that Cyathopharnx need to be the king of their tank. If they are not the dominant force, then they will seldom color up to their full potential. This means that you shouldn't add any fish that will bully them, or really even occupy the same territory.
That means that adding Enantiopus sp. "Kilesa" and Xenotilapia ochrogenys is right out. Either species may not overpower the Cyathopharynx, but there will be too much competition for territory, and one or both groups of fish will suffer. There are plenty of other fish that do very will with Cyathopharynx, though. Many people keep Cyprichromis sp. with them, or even Lamprichthys tanganyicanus (the killifish native to Tanganyika). Personally I feel that Paracyprichromis nigripinnis make the best tank mates for them. They're not agressive, and desire vertical rocky territories. A perfect tank mate IMO. Some Lamprologines, and shell dwellers usually work well, too.
Since your tank is only 48 inches long, then I would recommend starting with a young group Cyathopharynx, and growing them out. Get as large of a group as you can afford (at least 12) because they tend to do better in larger numbers when they are kept in aquariums. I certainly wouldn't suggest starting with large or wild fish, because it will be more difficult for them to adjust to your tank.
If you are looking for a very colorful variety of foai, the I will suggest trying the variety collected at Sibwesa. They are becoming more and more available through breeders, importers, and hobbyists.
This is a picture of a male Cyathopharynx foai "Sibwesa" that belonged to me.
http://drywashaquarium.org/
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| Re: Tanganyika-150 gallon tank [message #9276] |
Sat, 22 March 2008 16:21 |
dalton
Messages: 12
Registered: February 2008
Location: AZ |
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Sorry to hear that you were sick, but glad to hear that you're feeling better. Hopefully we'll see you next month. The location will be moving to it's permanent spot (hopefully) for the next meeting. The website will be updated with directions, and information in a few days.
Now back to the topic at hand... Have you made any decisions about what you're going to do with your tank cichlidKid?
http://drywashaquarium.org/
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