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What temperature should I keep my African Cichlid tank at?

In it I have:
3 Orange Zebra Cichlids
1 Yellow Labidochromis Cichlid
1 Demasoni Cichlid
1 EB Johanni Cichlid
1 Accei Cichlid
1 Auratus Cichlid
2 Jewel Cichlids

bolivianbaby

I keep my africans at around 78 degrees. Your Jewel cichlids are South American, not african and will probably cause problems in your tank later on.

Shawnie

I also keep mine at 78-80 ....jewels are from africa but they like the lower side of the pH ...6.5-7.5 range...but not sure they are aggressive enough for the others in the tank....

bolivianbaby

Thank you, Shawnie! I don't know why I thought they were South American.

Shawnie

probably because they act and like more of a SA type tank maybe? I dont think ive seen anyone keep them with africans tho....unless in breeding mode, im not sure they have the nerve and spunk for the african wild side

bolivianbaby

They really do like SA tanks, you're right. This is a good reminder for me to verify my information before providing advice. I definitely don't want to lead anyone in the wrong direction