Tank mates

Hello. I was wondering what other cichlids could go with Bolivian Rams in a 45 gallon. My options from my lfs are in the picture below.
I prefer/really want a cichlid stocked tank.
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What other sa cichlids can I have with bolivian Rams that don't grow over 6" for my tank. My lfs only have these types



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as per your list of fishes...most of them are semi aggressive and very aggressive.
i can only recommend you ram and Bolivian rams. you can also choose discus but its good to have them with no other species in the tank bcos they are very peaceful and advance care level is needed

 

Most dwarf cichlids will work.
No "big" cichlids in a 45 gallon tho

 

Angelfish would work with rams


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What are the dimensions of the tank?

 

You could definitely place them with other rams, discus and angels. But that is about the only ones off of that list that I would go with. But if your tank doesn't have a larger footprint, you could have some aggression between the rams and other dwarf cichlids (rams included). A minimum of 24" of tank length for every male to declare his territory would be necessary.:;2cents

 

Keyholes would work with your rams.

 

I would not do discus in a community tank, they are shy and would do better in a species only tank.


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Discus also need a larger tank, need to be kept in higher temps and need 6+ of their own


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Also discus have strict maintenance routines and need soft water to really thrive etc so yea lets rule out discus

I don't really get how they are shy but should be kept in groups? Lol
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Cb discus do fine in hard water.

 

Yea... But since discus are passive, they'd get bullied by more..... eager tankmates.


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45 gallon is too small for discus anyway.

 

Only dwarf cichlids will work
Angelfish prefer living in groups, so 45 gallons isn't enough, 55 is