Want more tips and tricks to care for your fish? Check out these playlists! Best Fish Keeping Tips Playlist is here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoDLeItfzOiRG8DV-1W9qNX4 Lowering and Controlling Nitrates Playlist is here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoD-pzZaHgtIFqurG9HZn2zz Every Live Stream is Here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoApHjaPfc6rdr7oipfEbZ-k The Water Change Tips & Tricks Playlist is here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoCdEYkD0rQa0OWejFk5-bHD SunSun Canister Filter Playlist is here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoCiMWEpBFJFJGxTqJH_MdMg Fluval Canister Filter Playlist is here: kzread.info/head/PLr8ew8o8WXoC8gSuqdG1c4nOzlAMFTmiD

This actually first video I ever watched about African Cichlids. Great video Ben.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much MnM and welcome to the KZread cichlid universe. It is loaded with content. Some accurate and informative and some a total waste of time. All fun regardless. I appreciate you stopping by my channel!

@mnmcichlids2056

7 жыл бұрын

It is a pleasure. If you get a moment drop by and watch one of my videos. I would really appreciate some constructive criticism Thanks Ben.

@christiantoledo7983

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@DEXTER-TV-series

5 ай бұрын

The tip number 1: don't have African cichlids ! Terrible Terrible Terrible I don't see any reason to have these aggressive animals.

Really appreciate this video. I’ve been in the hobby for about 4 months now, and have experienced a lot of negativity...but this really brightened my day! Thank you!

@BenOchart

5 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that!

This is one of the best advice videos I've stumbled on. Great job!

Absolutely beautiful tank! Your tips were on point! I have a 55 gallon cichlid tank and adore it. This hobby is so satisfying! Hope to watch and see more from you 😊

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Holly. Your kind words of encouragement are greatly appreciated.

@chrisjones6165

4 жыл бұрын

What fish did u go with and how are they doing? I want a 50 for my daughter's tank and my 75 for my flowerhorn

Love ur cichlids and that purple plants

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eric!

So Ben just had to let you know, add 5 new fish today and damned if everyone isn't chill and just hanging out! My two big boys just swimming around, no aggression, everyone just being cool. Thanks man, so excited.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Richard C Great to hear!

Thanks For The Shout Out... Great Video and Points... Water Looking Crystal Clear... That Sunshine Benga On Fire...

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+RobertLee Cichlids Thank you sir. He's really blossomed and he's a real ham when I'm filming. Always flashing and challenging the German Red but they never really hurt each other. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Beautifull cichlid tank you got there! Also love the clown loaches. Makes a nice color contrast!

@BenOchart

5 жыл бұрын

Those clowns are still going strong. "Los Tres Amigos." Thank you for watching.

good vid, good advice. just getting started and will keep those tucked in the back of my mind. thanks

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Daniel. Come back and rewatch after you're up and running.

Because they’re good tips is why it’s a popular video.

I just bought an established 90g Cichlid tank to help my cancer recovery. Thanks so much for your posts. We are never too old to learn.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and I hope your recovery goes well.

@FreeSwimmer

7 жыл бұрын

I second positive thoughts for awesome recovery !!

Gorgeous fish!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@IslamKhan-og7wh

5 жыл бұрын

Rutherford chiclid fish is good 🐟

your community is beautiful! why did you call that fish what sounded like 'frontosa'? I have two very large convict cichlids that look very similar. I'm a novice and trying to learn. thanks for all your tips as well as the lead on sites and forums to learn from. much appreciated

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Hello Juli. The Frontosa (Cyphotilapia frontosa, sometimes called "front" for short) is a Lake Tanganyika (east Africa) fish. They get very large and can live many years, like over 20 under excellent conditions. I ended up giving mine, "Eeyore," away to a friend that had a Front only aquarium. I believe he will be much happier and thrive in an environment that is specific to Tanganyika fish. Fronts prefer to live in groups of other Frontosas. Also, it's not a great idea to mix lakes since conditions and diet requirements can be very different. I am now 99.9% Lake Malawi. Thanks for watching and good luck in the hobby.

Love the positivity here mate. Great video!

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ryan!

I am in the process of setting up a cichlid tank and very excited about the knowledge you have shared. I mirror everything you have stated as I have been listening carefully to many people on the net who have these fish. I am up for the challenge and so appreciate your advice. Great advice, thanks so much! 😊 😊 😊

@BenOchart

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck Rita and welcome to a great community of fish keepers.

Wow I can't believe in my eyes that tank is tooo perfect

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Farhan.

@platinumbassboost9049

7 жыл бұрын

Ben Ochart where's the water

@zoha5587

7 жыл бұрын

IOS Game Reviews they are flying fish they live in air the tank is like a cage 😂🤣

@platinumbassboost9049

7 жыл бұрын

Farhan ok thanks I might buy me some soon

I just want all your rocks... and that one OB with all the beautiful oranges, pinks, and the blue head. It wants to live with me.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

LOL! Thanks for watching and commenting Avy!

Beautiful tank. Great tips. Your video is inspirational. Soon I will be starting the hobby again after 20 years of retirement. 20 years ago I had a 30 gallons Truvue African Cichilds tank and was very successful. My kids enjoyed as well. Now it is turn for my grandchildren . This time I want a 50 gallon tank. With all the info on YT, FB and other forums. I have no doubt that I will be back on track. Again. thank you for sharing your video.

Great tips Ben 👌🏼👌🏼. I have learned more from this 13min video than I have in 3 hours of google searching. Tip #10 is something I’m working on. I stress a lot about my cichlids because I want them to be happy and healthy. And also because I’m only 1 month new to the hobby. Your videos have helped me so much. Thank you 😊

Leuke clip, kan ik veel van leren...

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you and I'm glad you feel that way.

@juliethoms2714

6 жыл бұрын

Snarfhimself 8b.

This was a great talk! I feel more comfortable knowing I'm still learning everyday. Thank you from Australia

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Hello friend down under! Thank you for watching and I'm glad that you enjoyed it.

Hey Ben, I really enjoyed this video. It is very much obvious that you learned a lot about African Cichlid fish keeping when you filmed it. Thanks very much for sharing

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Dennis. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos.

Great video Ben. Thanks for the shoutout!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Steve Poland Cichlids You're welcome Steve and thanks for watching and commenting.

I love your videos. They're super helpful and you have an awesome voice. Thanks!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rose! Very nice of you.

I just converted our Community Tank to a African Cichlids Tank. This is a good start for me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge-it can be intimidating.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You're in for a adventure. The best advice I can give is: patience and research. If you'd like, come over the Facebook page, "Ben O'Cichlid" where a lot of fish keepers of all levels get into friendly discussions and share tips.

Excellent content my friend!!

I watched tonnes of videos on african cichlids for a whole year before I bought my first mbuna....I found African cichlid hub extremely helpful...+ the others you named.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+ORANGE FISHHEAD Very wise of you O.F. The African cichlids are so pretty that it's easy to want to rush in and start enjoying them. Then you end up having to re-home a few that shouldn't have been in the mix to begin with. Thanks for watching and commenting!

I'm getting back into the hobby. Thanks for this video upload.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome.

Great tips sir. Love that you mentioned Pondguru, I found him early after starting this hobby. I feel his knowledge of filtration is second to none. His products are worth more, they never wear out. This is a very rewarding hobby. I always remind myself it's not about me, it's about my babies.(fish) Thanks for sharing.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel. You're right, PondGuru made canister care simple for me. And I agree, it's about creating the best living conditions for the fish (our babies).

Beautiful tank Ben. Thanks for the upload.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

You are welcome and thank you for watching and commenting.

This helped a lot, thx for making this video!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome😀

Beautiful fish Ben. Good suggestions. Love the rocks and plants.

Ben, I am getting back into the larger tank part of the hobby, after decades of being away. Your videos are a pleasure to watch and are very enlightening. Thank you! Glenn

@BenOchart

4 жыл бұрын

I always love to hear of someone getting into (or back into) this wonderful hobby! Thank you!

@Skeetersbuzz

4 жыл бұрын

Ben Ochart i just got a 54 gallon corner tank and am going to do a Peacock Cichlids tank. Any advice is appreciated.

One of my favorite videos and definitely my favorite fish teacher lol thank you

Another great video Ben!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Chris Niemeyer Thank you very much Chris.

Love your videos. You have such a genuine desire to help others by sharing your knowledge and experiences.

@BenOchart

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andre, I appreciate your kind words.

Love your tips ! I have been obsessed with cichlids esp the malawi phoenix since I first laid my eyes on them.

Love the video Ben.. great points! Beautiful fish/tank as well.. Thanks for sharing

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+DebTim A CANADIAN Girl Thanks for watching and commenting. It's appreciated.

Great insight! Beautiful tank! Loved the last tip!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked both the tips and the the tank. Yes, that last tip is vital to enjoying this hobby. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Ben, great stuff... thank you! Beautiful tank, fish on!!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Brother I am with you there! I watch an extensive amount of videos on whatever fish I am looking into next. I thought I was just crazy, but I see I am not.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thomas McAllister It's a GOOD kind of crazy :-) Thanks for watching!

@thomasmcallister1007

7 жыл бұрын

+Ben Ochart Haha! No problem.

your advice, your attitude, the comments you make....excellent....a true asset to the hobby

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much curly!

My new cichlid tank is progressing very well!!! Thanks for the help!

@BenOchart

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome and you’re welcome😀👍🏻

Beautiful tank! Thanks for the tips!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. I hope they help.

Great video Ben! I agree with all of your tips! Keep up the good work.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Stevo Hoppa thanks Stevo. Your input and encouragement is appreciated!

Good stuff again. Always enjoy your vids.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Justin P Thanks Justin, I enjoy making them.

If you can’t sleep at night, I guarantee you put on one of Ben Ochart videos and his smooth, relaxing voice will put you to sleep, while teaching you a thing or two! 😁😴

Wow Thanks for all the great advice!!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Michael Bareman You are welcome Michael

great stuff Ben, fish & tank r looking flawless!!!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+T-Man 428 I appreciate the compliment. Thanks for watching and commenting.

love your set up!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matthew and thanks for watching.

Ben Your Tank's Always Look Superb, Kudo's To You My Mentor Of this Hobby.

Top 10! Great vid!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+luvmywetpets Thank you Sir!

I’ve been watching tons of videos I can’t wait til I get mine up and running

@BenOchart

5 жыл бұрын

Exciting times setting up a tank. It's like working on a piece of art.

Hi Benny Love your vids, tips and information you provide for us all. Keep up the good work. Cheers

Thank you! As a newbie to the world of cichlids I appreciated your attitude and positivity!! I just lost 2 of my originals to bullying and tomorrow I am visiting a breeder to purchase some more to over stock my tank. Take care and thanks for sharing!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Ree Simmons Thank you for watching Ree and if you want some on going advice come on over to our Facebook group, "Ben O'Cichlid." Lots of friendly fish keepers willing to give advice.

@kristysimmons5602

7 жыл бұрын

Ben Ochart Thank you. Yes. I have already done that too 😃

Excellent video Ben. I love all your videos

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you John. I appreciate the encouragement.

great tips, thank you

great tips. keep on fishin! 👌

Thank very much. Great tank! I have a 55 Gallon Mbuna tank. I have been in the hobby for a few years and just took on 9 mbuna ciclids in my tank.

fantastic advice... I have been watching videos for the last three hours as I am new to the hobby, and I must say.... I sure learned a lot from your video. congrats... awesome... from san Francisco

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Well, this is why I post. Thank you for the kind words.

Really enjoyed this video! I'm new to Malawi keeping, and listening to you I could take it all in and it registered! Lol plus I was hypnotized by your fish.......

Great video I always learn so much from you thanks

Thank you for all your advice. It was much needed by me.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome.

I have a African cichlids tank and now I’m thinking 🤔 of going for my second tank with South America cichlids tank just waiting on some info and advice before I take on this challenge love this hobby it has helped me get throw a lot

thank you for your tips, I'm really inspired by the beauty of your fish, clarity of your water and over all tank setup. I'm brand new to the cichlid world and loving every minute! Thanks again, you've gained a new subscriber :) Peace!

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks you Tony, much appreciated.

great information

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching.

So many links very cool and a lot of work.

I bought my first tank and Cichlids in 1993, and I have learned so much since then but still feel like there is so much more to learn. Good musicians like to get together and have jam sessions, good aquarists like to get together for finned friend talk, we all learn from each other.

I love those electric blue Nagarra they’re amazing

great advice ben. your tank and fish are beautiful

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Fred, I appreciate the kind words and your support of my channel.

Great Video thanks

Very informative Ben..thanks for sharing!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Thank you for watching and commenting.

Ben, thanks for the call out to HalfMan HalfCichlid, I appreciate your channel too. After 50+ years in the hobby, and 25 years with Africans I am still tweaking a number of aspects of keeping africans. Two that I am continuously trying new things on are cichlid agression and Malawi bloat. Some of my trials and experiments will be in my future videos. I tend to not mix mbuna with peacocks and haps because of cross aggression, but this seems to work ok for you.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+HalfMan HalfCichlid I might be going in the direction of peacock only tank. We'll see. The yellow lab and yellow tail seem very peaceful but the rusty struggles and the other two (cobue and chewere) can get testy. I'm keeping a close eye on it. Thanks for watching and commenting. You are appreciated.

Hey man just wanted to let you know I'm getting cichlids and this was so helpful I watched all your videos in your description. Thanks so much. :)

@BenOchart

6 жыл бұрын

I'm very happy that you found the videos helpful. Good luck with your cichlids and do let me know when you've posted a video 😀

@ryanj.6682

6 жыл бұрын

Ben Ochart I will. 👍

second to last tip is the best, but all tips are on point. Ben you are such an inspiration. Love all the info and amazing fish! Keep up the good work bro!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Corey Hecker Corey, I shout out to you was missed...sorry. Is the second to last the #9, #10 or #11 bonus tip? Just curious as to which one you thought was best. As always, thanks for watching. Your input is appreciated.

@CoreyHecker

8 жыл бұрын

+Ben Ochart tip number 10, but 11 is great too.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply Corey. I included that tip because I read so many comments on fish blogs from people agonizing about points that are not always that vital. Seems it would take some of the fun and joy out of the hobby to worry so much. I also have very little patience for people who are mean spirited. There are polite ways to convey, "If you do that all your fish will die!" Be well.

BEN thanks for all the tips you put up

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. I appreciate the support.

Subscribed! Great vid man

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony!

You're fantastic, man. Earned a very fast sub.

@BenOchart

2 жыл бұрын

Very kind of you😀👍🏻

Fantastic video and information. Thanks for Sharing !

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome K and I thank you for watching and commenting.

Great tips Ben👍

Love the tips and love your tank

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jacob. I hope they help.

Great tips Ben...thanks for the shoutout :)

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Mbuna Marcus - Aquariums, Cichlids and More You're welcome Marcus and thanks for watching and commenting.

Awesome tank and nice video! thanks for the tips.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words test4 and you're welcome.

Great mentor! Thank you for your videos

@BenOchart

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Great video. The tips were right on point.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian

Great information will go a long way. Love your tank

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Henry, I appreciate the kind words.

Very nice tank. I just set up a 75 gal after a 10 year break and will be stocking it with Africans . Looking forward to it. Thanks for the info.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Chris. Feel free to come over to the "Ben O'Cichlid" FBook group if we can be of any assistance.

Some of the best advice I have heard, and I don't even keep Africans. This goes across the whole hobby. Ive heard so many opinions in videos, social media, and in person and you got it right lol.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew, I appreciate the kind words.

Thanks for sharing! Just started a 60 gallon cichlid tank and appreciate any knowledge.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome and good luck with your new tank.

Your a good man. We need more ppl like you in the hobby

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Ryan Cabonce Thank you Ryan, I appreciate the kind words.

some good tips ben. informative video.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+Dave Bandish Thanks Dave for watching and commenting.

I like your positive attitude thank you.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Gotta stay positive. Thanks for watching.

There are such great videos out there! I agree!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

A wealth of info on every subject, right?! Thanks for watching.

Very Nice, great looking collection bro.

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerome, much appreciated!

Recently came across your channel! love the content and great quality of both entertainment and knowledge in all your videos. Thanks for making these videos and please keep them coming.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words of encouragement

Hi Ben, I'd just like to say I think your tank and your fish are stunning one of the best that I follow on YT. I also love your insight and the way you deliver your videos. Kept up the great work. Merry Christmas!!

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

jon mcmanus Thank you very much Jon.

Beautiful tank & great tips 👍🏽

@BenOchart

7 жыл бұрын

Floydset Thank you!

LOVE YOUR VIDEO, GREAT ADVICE!! Thank you!!

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome and thank you for watching and commenting.

You have good tips Ben. Thanks.

@BenOchart

8 жыл бұрын

+NYCity Cichlids Thank you. You're welcome and I appreciate taking the time to watch and comment.

@NYCityCichlids

8 жыл бұрын

No problem.