I am thinking of stocking a 120g with some South American Cichlids. I would like to put firemouths for sure. Am wondering what other types of S.A. cichlids would be suitable tankmates. Would like fish that are colorful, and full of character, but not much larger than 6". I think Abalios, and Bandit cichlids are great looking, but don't know if they are suitable tank mates? Also how many pairs would be a good number as far as stocking goes. I would also like to keep a few "dither" fish like Rummynose tetras, or perhaps something a bit larger like some splash tetras with them. The tank has been running for about 4 months. Moderate to heavily planted. Copious amounts of driftwood.
Has an Eheim 2075(up to 160g), Aquaclear110, an Ac70, and a few Mangroves for filtration. Koralia 3 for water movement. 50% weekly w/c.
Current stocking is 2xAmazon Puffs, and a bunch O guppies-that will be rehoused before introducing anything else.
Having never kept any larger S.A. Cichlids, only dwarfs- am looking for any input U all may have!
