Demasoni in 20 gallon

livebearer_love · 03-03-2008, 01:11 PM

Can I put a demasoni by itself in a 20 gallon?

If so what are some possible cichlid or non-cichlid tank mates?

emc7 · 03-03-2008, 01:31 PM

1 by itself, possibly with a small pleco. 20H or 20L? You might keep 3 in a 20L until they grew over 3".

fishbguy · 03-03-2008, 02:30 PM

no africans belong in a 20 long....except shellies and stuff. Social fish, aggressive fish, blah blah blah....look into shell dwellers. malawian cichlids just aren't the same unless they have companions.

**JustOneMore20** · 03-03-2008, 02:41 PM

I have to agree with both of you (emc and fishbguy). While a single Dem would be ok in a 20g, it would be boring IMO. The thing that makes Mbuna interesting is their interactions. A small pleco would probably be fine, but they hide alot and risk aggression from the Dem if they aren't hiding.

Just something to think about.

emc7 · 03-03-2008, 02:55 PM

For mbuna, these fish swim alot. I do think it would be bored. But I have resulted to solitary confinement for aggressive mbuna and they do survive (usually until the next auction). Its just not ideal.

03-03-2008, 01:11 PM	#1
livebearer_love I luv all freshwater fish Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 64	Demasoni in 20 gallon Can I put a demasoni by itself in a 20 gallon? If so what are some possible cichlid or non-cichlid tank mates? __________________ Bowls are for cereal, not for fish!

03-03-2008, 02:30 PM	#3
fishbguy I'm watching you Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: michigan Age: 17 Posts: 1,864	no africans belong in a 20 long....except shellies and stuff. Social fish, aggressive fish, blah blah blah....look into shell dwellers. malawian cichlids just aren't the same unless they have companions. __________________ I think about you in the summertime And all the good times we had, baby It’s been a few years and I can’t deny The thought of you still makes me crazy I think about you in the summertime Summertime - New Kids On The Block

03-03-2008, 02:41 PM	#4
JustOneMore20 Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Alabama, US Age: 22 Posts: 3,487	I have to agree with both of you (emc and fishbguy). While a single Dem would be ok in a 20g, it would be boring IMO. The thing that makes Mbuna interesting is their interactions. A small pleco would probably be fine, but they hide alot and risk aggression from the Dem if they aren't hiding. Just something to think about. __________________ *Kristin* 5 Planted tanks: 55g, 40g, 29g, 10g, 5.5g 10g N. multifasciatus tank, 5.5g Platy fry

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
55 Gallon Pics	Madam Macaw	General Freshwater	23	03-03-2008 08:47 AM
Hi. Wanting a 10 gallon.	BlackArchFish	Beginner Saltwater	9	11-17-2006 10:53 AM
29 Gallon set-up/ So Cal	Gerber77	Want To Sell	0	04-10-2006 03:23 PM
15 gallon and 30 gallon (with stands) for sale	sarovina	Atlanta Area Aquarium Association	0	07-25-2005 08:50 AM
too much for a 10 gallon?	MyraVan	General Freshwater	8	05-16-2005 10:29 PM

Members currently in the Chat:0
	Users In Chat Room: There are several users in chat now! Don't Be Shy - click here and come on in!

03-03-2008, 01:31 PM	#2
emc7 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Age: 39 Posts: 2,893	1 by itself, possibly with a small pleco. 20H or 20L? You might keep 3 in a 20L until they grew over 3".

03-03-2008, 02:55 PM	#5
emc7 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Age: 39 Posts: 2,893	For mbuna, these fish swim alot. I do think it would be bored. But I have resulted to solitary confinement for aggressive mbuna and they do survive (usually until the next auction). Its just not ideal.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)