[darkfalz]

I might give the tiger barbs a miss, but they are just so cool to look at. Tank is just under 3 feet wide (80cm x 40cm x 45cm), it's one of those display tanks with a curved front. I know there are more peaceful barbs (cherry barbs?) that I can consider. I'd like to make my mind up now rather than making impulse decisions at the fish store.

I was thinking maybe 4 of the smaller ciclids that can live in the same tank as another option.

I've never had a problem with algae so although catfish are interesting I don't know if I need one.

I'd prefer it under-stocked as I am partial to fortnightly water changes instead of weekly (though the platys will need weekly now). The platys are actually more active in their smaller tank, I don't know if it's the new surroundings or the less powerful light but they actually seem to be in heaven.