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Just added a frontosa to my cichlid tank, will be buying a few more as I just learned they like to swim in a group of their species. Great video, set up looking lit.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes more are better than fewer 😁

I love the confidence the Frontosa's show. A beautiful fish with a ton of personality. They look so fantastic in the big tank.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

I agree!! And they’re doing great with everyone else 😁💪

awsome video bro very informative as always, i've had my two frontosas in my mixed african cichlid tank for about 8 months now and they doing great.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Many successful tanks with Frontosas! 😁

Amazing advice, great vid. Thank you.

@KaveManAquatics

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

I’m always amazed, Kev, every time I see this 210. The fish are amazing and you’ve got every color known to man in your tank. The colors are eye popping!!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! I use products and techniques that many say are unnecessary. Like my food supplements and purigen and other things…but my fish look awesome…so I don’t get it 🤣🤷🏼‍♂️

@TEW-pp9vb

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics Exactly, Kev. Clearly, it's working for you and the fish are thriving and that's key!

The frontosas are one of my favorites 🥰 Always great information and education when I stop by to see you!!! Thanks for another awesome video 👍👍🌿🐟🌿💚

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Mary! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

You made my life so much easier with that water pump tip for water changes . Thank u.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

Nicely done. Good luck with the new guys in the tank. One of my favorite fish.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! 😁

Love the camera 📷 tracking on the exotics!!!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my bro! 💪

Very informative, and well presented brother. We'll done

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my bro! 😁💪

Hey Kev love your tank as I have always said when you look after the fish they will reward you with glorious color keep up the good work your the real deal 👍🙂

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! Appreciate that! 😊💪

Great info on how to do things, loving the humor 😂❤😂❤

@KaveManAquatics

11 ай бұрын

Thank you 😁

I just added 3 fro todas in my 150 about a week ago. Lol, seeing you do it is like confirmation of how much ive learned from you and your vids. Keep it up brother need more like you. P.S. I responded to that comment of the dud who said our frontosas will be unhappy because we didn’t add 4-6 lol. #alwaysone.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely always 1…or more 🤣 Glad you enjoyed it bro! 💪

@jeffb5785

2 жыл бұрын

I had 6 back in the day when I had them, they started out small like a dollar coin size, and grew into beasts.

I love Frontosas! I can't wait for mine to get big! Right now they're just about an inch.....ugh! Let's go!!!

Man those frontosas are looking real nice ! 🔥🔥🔥💪💪💪

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! 😁

Looks good man 👍

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro

Yo Kev love you videos bro. I just added a front to my African tank today

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!! Hope he's doing well bro! 😊

About time my guy, I currently have a 4 1/2 in front with my African cichlids

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Nice, Now I gotta catch up to you! 😁💪

Kev… your tanks are fkn AWESOME… I’m so envious… but alas I’m old and stuck in an apartment with a 15 gallon tank… so I will have to make do and just dream… I watch all of your vids… you provide a great service to all fish keepers young and old… Thank You 🙏

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad you’re enjoying the channel. I appreciate the positive feedback. 😊

My favourite KZreadr doing a video on my favourite fish. What a great day

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Lol Glad I could help make your day great! 😁💪

That dude is right about frontosa they don’t like bright lights they like being in a group of frontosa and they don’t like active fish they also like caves they are a deep water fish

@KaveManAquatics

Ай бұрын

Then I wonder why 2 years after this video these same Frontosa are now the biggest in the tank and have mated like 10 times? It's almost like the internet just keeps regurgitated unproven facts and everyone just keeps repeating the same nonsense....While guys like me actually try it and let the results speak for themselves!

I love watching your videos. I did my big water change (80%) today. So far all boys are very good. I can’t wait when I will get 210 g, maybe you will have 420g at that time.

Hi Kev, fish is still missing inside of this fantastic aquarium, yr the boss of African chiclid, breaking all the rules of this hobby, showing how to make things esay. Great Channel, the best!!!!!!!!!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! Glad you’re enjoying the channel! 😁💪

Yes I’ve. Been asking for lake tangaika

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

😁💪

Stunning fish.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Yes. Frontosa are King Cichlid in my opinion and the only fish I collect. Mobas are definitely the coolest and I own 8 🐟.

Yo K those are some nice fish for sure. Thanks for sharing...

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro! Glad you enjoyed it!

They are beautiful. 👍

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro!!

Hi kaveman what's the background you use looks fantastic

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Its the G model from aquadecorbackgrounds.com

Great video!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Zman!!

@ZMAN181

2 жыл бұрын

The ambient music 🎶 Nice touch. The picture quality 👌 and you're a natural! Coño! The Frontosas look absolutely beautiful. Looking forward to watching them grow.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, you’re the first to comment on the coño lol Glad you appreciate the soundtrack…I think that takes me the most time to dial it in 😁

The frontosa move so much like angel fish

Beautiful aquarium.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

Every time I see this tank I think it’s so over stocked. Then I remember it’s like 2 feet in depth haha. Such a massive tank that’s the dream right there

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

And there’s plenty room for more! 😁

Yes sir!!!!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

😁💪💪

Hey Kev. What do you mean the Ruby Red didn’t make it out of quarantine? Did it pass or are you still working on him? I hope all is well. I’m getting my cichlid tank soon. I can’t wait. I have been studying your videos. I feel like a pro and I haven’t even got a tank yet hahahahah! Thank you for everything. Keep sharing!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, unfortunately he didnt make it, he passed. Glad you're doing your research ahead of time and preparing for your new tank! 👍 And thanks for joining the membership! I appreciate the support 😊💪

Your fish look beautiful and healthy, Kev. One question, since you love cichlids. Have you ever thought of getting bigger and more aggressive cichlids such as the jaguar cichlid or a wolf cichlid?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

No more tanks for now…but the future is wide open 😁

Nice

Love the video i have a green terror want to add convit chilid

Ayyyyyy first comment. Keep the great videos coming Kev.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!!! My man was ready! 😁💪

Kaveman is so buff because he does his water changes on time 😎 💪

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣💪💪💪💪

Best teacher 👨‍🏫 by for give this man a higher paycheck

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Let them all hear you bro!! 🤣🤣🤣

Is this the first time you're showing frontosa🐠😍 in your channel ❤️

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve shown them to the members a few times. But yea first full video of them 😊

Kev, Let's Go

@KaveManAquatics

Ай бұрын

😁💪💪

I’m going to get one of those pumps

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

You'll love it! Would appreciate it if you used my links 😁

@Redneckrino

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics yes I thought about that and I will

I love your videos. :) Wanna share my experience, when I started I bought a used 75 gallon tank took me 2 months looking for what I can afford with only CA$300 of budget and found $250 which is everything is included like 2 wavemaker, Fluval 406, 2 heater, decor gravel worth $300, a tank with lid and 2 lights with stand on perfect condition and of course 24 cichlid 20 of it are peacock and hap cichlid unfortunate during transpo 2 of OB died. anyways 4 of the cichlids which is at first didnt know what is it and it turns out 4 frontosas and they are 9 inches and of course I did my research and turns out 1 of them can go with 75 gallon and decided to rehome them and posted it free the guy who picked it up gave me $140 for 4 which is made me happy but then when the guy was leaving I felt sad and cried I felt bad rehoming them and I got too attached on them for only a month with me.

SOME GORGEOUS FISH

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro!

I used to have 80% water changes too but at some time a few aulonacaras begun to have problems with pop eye. Then someone told me that the reason was the large water changes and I stopped it! Now I don't change more than 50%.

Like button is smashed

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

💪💪💪

Awesome vid. Awesome fish. Not a fan of mixing Tangs with Malawi's though.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

That’s cool. Everyone has their preferences. Glad you enjoyed the video.

Very nice

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Another great video . . . You sure gave a nice fish selection there . . . What is your opinion on koi fish in general . . .🤔💭😅

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, Koi fish are great, but they get huge! Not meant for tanks, more for ponds

Hey Kev, great video as usual! Question do you pump straight tap water to your tank? Or do you get it to temp first the pump it to your tank?. I have been sending water to a separate container getting it to temp then add all of my chems and minerals let it mix and aerate with a pump then send it to my tank. When I upgrade to a 200+ tank I won't be able to do this as easily. Your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks man your a great addition to this space!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

So I fill up a 55G tote in my tub and set the hot and cold to the temp I need, then my pump sends the warm water to the tank. Keep in mind that your temp doesnt have to be exact. 3-5 degrees off is ok but of course this depends on how hardy your fish are. Heres a video of how I refill my tank - kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4ho1sGJlLupgdo.html

Beautiful set up and fishes. What do you feed them to pop out their colour?

@KaveManAquatics

4 ай бұрын

Thanks bro. Check this out - kzread.info/dash/bejne/pGqTppSphdennso.html

@Faizal_Khan

4 ай бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics Thank You

How do you get the temps right with the new water you are replacing ???? My water from my Tap is very cold 🥶

Planning to set up a 7 to 8 foot tank for a frontosa colony.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! 💪

What kind or type of lighting do you use in youe frontosa tank sir?

These frontosas, when fully grown, will make your aquarium look small.

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

lol, I hope so! More reason to upgrade 🤣

😂 just bought my first frontosa I hope to take a long time to grow! I don't want very large fish in my tank! When they grow I sell them!

Cool

Awesome bro....my Cichlid always fighting i have 75g tank n 1 sunsun wave maker, feed them 2 time's a day

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty of tactics to try! I highly suggest my African Cichlid course - kavemanaquatics.com/African-cichlids-course But you can also check out my free playlist. Search KaveMan African cichlids playlist.

How long did you keep them in quarantine for? How long did it take for them to get to the right size?

hey kev wasup great video hey I have a 60gal now I'm going buy a 75 gallon on black Friday question is can u use seachem safe an prime together at same time wen u first set it up new tank

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Dont ever use them at the same time. They do the same thing, you will just be overdosing. Stick with prime for your 75 gallon

Sick

@davidadkins8805

2 жыл бұрын

Awww sorry do you have COVID?

When its time for you to add the water back into the tank, where is that new water coming from and where is the pump that you just used?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Search for “kaveman water pump” for a great video with all those details 😁

Hi, my Frontosa's are not eating from the past 10 days I tried different options, also we shifted our house to a different location,. Could you advise on this...

Frontosa I think some thing different Very powerful fish Handsome smart and very very beautiful fish I can't explain 👍❤️👌😍🤣🤣😄🎏🐟

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

My man. Where u get the fake rocks with the holes in them

Where did you get your 3D background

@KaveManAquatics

Жыл бұрын

All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊

Stunninh tank. How are your Frontosa doing? I add new fish in the dark less stressful. I have 15 peacocks and 2 very large Frontosa ( 8 years old).

@KaveManAquatics

10 ай бұрын

Thats a great way to do it as well. Unfortunately I tend to keep the lights on only for the video. The Frontosa have done EXTREMELY well with the rest of the Malawis. Theyve grown and even mated a few times. I have 1 frontosa fry survivor in the tank right now. He has a great hiding spot lol

@alwaystmoza

10 ай бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics that is fantastic. Pls do an update video. Thanks for all your videos over the years 🙏

Where did you get the rocks on the bottom of your tank from

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

They came with my background from aquadecorbackgrounds.com

Don't you think thts too much crowded tank??nice videos beautiful setup

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Not at all, I have room for plenty more. African Cichlids tanks are over stocked by design. You can learn more about Africn CIchlids here - kzread.info/head/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

What was the pump U were using mate?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Vivison - linked in the description 😁💪

Where did you get your rock caves that are in your grow out?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Those are Cichlid stones. Link in my shop. In the description

I have an existing frontosa and I want to add another into the tank but the OG keeps on attacking her and not accepting her. I don’t know what to do. Any idea?

@KaveManAquatics

5 ай бұрын

You shouldnt be adding 1 fish at a time. Try this - kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zqmuy6t6YLaee7Q.html

New to channel. Just acquired a 225 gallon tank that was salt water changing to fresh for an African cichlid water world! I have so many questions. I’m watching all your videos before I get started but is there anything I should be concerned about with salt to fresh?

@KaveManAquatics

Жыл бұрын

Not really, especially when switching to Africans since they are brackish fish even if theres a little salt residue left in the tank they'll be fine with it. Highly suggest you start with this playlist loaded with tons of info on African Cichlids - kzread.info/head/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

Do you have a link for your pump?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Yes in my shop. Link in the description for pump and shop.

@alexcintron1243

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics thanks. Getting new fish today to add to the tank 💪🏽

What tipe of frontozas are those they have 6 stripes

@MakoyUnggoy

2 жыл бұрын

These ones are Burundi

Two questions. 1- Do all water conditioners deplete oxygen? 2- What are the dimensions to your 210? Thanks, Awesome and helpful video.

@wabalaka1565

2 жыл бұрын

I believe all water conditioner on the market deplete oxygen because the chemical reaction need oxygen to complete. Unless they come up with new chemical reaction which is (unnecessary) for marketing purposes of taking more of your money. I don't see why they would reinvent the wheel.

@raul534

2 жыл бұрын

@@wabalaka1565 thanks

I’m more of don’t mix fish from different lakes. I’m in the process of setting up a tank just for Frontosa

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

That's gonna be a great looking tank! 😊

where did you buy your 210 gallon aquarium?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Checkout petswarehouse.com but they only ship to their stores.

Where can I purchase the rock decor like he has??

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

In my shop! 😁 Link in the description.

What are you using to drain the tank?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Check this out - kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4ho1sGJlLupgdo.html

How much safe to add into a 220 tank? I follow the directions on the canister but i don’t feel like I’m adding enough. Any tips is appreciated

@KaveManAquatics

Жыл бұрын

1/4 teaspoon is good for 300 gallons.

@CFish-N-Cars

Жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics thank you

I've been adding my prime/dechlorine liquid after I add new water. Would this eventually hurt my fish?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Add it just before the new water. Search my video “KaveMan when to use dechlorinator”

Hey kav just wanna ask something is the benifical bacteria eat by the fish.if not then what is they eat from the sponge filter??they keep pooking in the sponge

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

There could be pieces of food stick to it. Or could have some algae growth on it, they’ll eat the algae too, it’s veggies for them 😁

@mcfloatboozkie2049

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics ahh ok thank you Kev..more power n god bless

What amount of lake salt do you use in your water change

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

The amount I use won’t help you. The dosage amounts are on the bottle. Calculate based on the size of your water change, not the entire volume of water.

Don't you have any tank mates to help with the poop or uneaten food? i just discovered your channel; I think it's perfect =)

@KaveManAquatics

Жыл бұрын

I do 😊 I have a pleco and clown loaches. Glad you found the channel! 😊

Hey Kev, I've been following your channel for quite a bit now and I must say, you got this hobby down packed.. Love your tanks bro. Just a quick question though ? I have an adult size Insignus Hap about 6 to 7 inches. He is tank mates with a bunch of other peacocks and haps. So it's been around 2 months now and he does not want to eat anything. Besides him all my other fish eat perfectly fine. Is there anything that I can do to have him eat? I feed them Omega one pellets and bug bites from time to time. I've been testing my water and doing water changes at least once a week and everything seems to be good. I'd really appreciate any feedback you may have on this lil issue. Don't want my big boy to die sooner or later. Happy fish keeping to you and all my friends!!!!!!

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Not eating is a sign of internal parasites. First I suggest you try feeding him this - kzread.info/dash/bejne/lIekpLelfpCemqw.html If he still doesn't eat it, and you notice his size begins to reduce then you may have to resort to this - kzread.info/dash/bejne/lJth0a-nc7zOp9Y.html

@alexortiz7591

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks a bunch for the advice, definitely going to give the first solution a shot. already ordered the meds. Happy fish keeping my friend. i will keep you posted on the results.👍👍🤙

@alexortiz7591

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics Hey Kev, Hope all is well. Just wanted to send you this Thank you message real quick.. You gave me great advice on what to do with my Insignus Hap when he was not eating.. Did what you recommended the very next day, and since then have seen nothing but him improve. So just wanna say really appreciate your help my fellow fish keeper lol... THANKS A BUNCH BRO!!!!!! P.S. It is very crazy because you look exactly like one of my nephews in NJ LMAOOO... 😁🤣 Many blessings and stay SAFE...

Hi Kaveman, I want to pick you brain. I've had African Cichlids for about a year now. A few deaths here and there early on (I'm still a beginner) but for a while it was good now I'm getting the one of death here and there the past 3 months like some dying every 2 weeks) My water parameters are good, I have good filters (Fluval 407) and most of the recommendations form you (wave maker etc). I can't figure out why some would die. I have a 200 Litre tank (43 gallons) I noticed fish days before i know they will die is that they're often slow. hang back from the rest when they swim up to the tanks. it like they're very low on energy. What could be the problem?

@queenoftheark

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have a killer on the loose in your tank...

🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

😁💪💪

How big should a frontosa be before I can put them with almost full grown peacocks haps?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Always add fish as close to the size of the bigger fish as you can. The smaller they are the more likelihood of stress.

I order the same three fish from Beantown Aquatics the marginatus, red shoulder and albino ruby red I believe I might have the brothers to yours I order them around the same time I think my albino is having the same eye sight problems what do u think is wrong with them?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Albinos in general have poor eye sight. Some more than others. Ours may have been brothers from the same breeding pair passing down the bad eye sight. It happens with albinos.

@zaytoven337

2 жыл бұрын

Kool I still love him regardless he’s beautiful lol one more question how many fish do u suggest is perfectly over stock for 90 gallons jus peacocks and Haps

whats up kev are those frontosa all male?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

I think 2 are male, 1 possible female. Too small to vent yet. I’m keeping an eye on that one!

Is this tank 72x24x24?

Are they all male frontoza I want to add some to my tank

@KaveManAquatics

Жыл бұрын

Honestly, Im not sure...I've never vented them. But I would recommend to try and get males.

Congratulation friend. I são yoy have a botia in your tank. Here we learn that she lives with the africanos cichlids, but dont like the very alcaline water! What do you think about?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry dont know about that fish

How much lake salt do you add

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

I add 4.25 table spoons...that doesnt mean anything to you. Dose based on your tank and your water change

@llomax1067

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaveManAquatics thanks... I have a 220 gallon not far from you.... The directions are confusing... Appreciate it brother

Why don’t u have live plants, would u have to do water changes with a planted tank?

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

My guys eat and destroy live plants. You would still have to water change but plants help in reducing Nitrate levels.

got 7 fronts in my 75 gallon tank along with 2 borleyi 1 blue dolphin 1 sulfur head and 3 yellow lab and a few other loaches and 2 small redhead tapajos. when im enjoying looking at the tank, i can't see any aggression issue at all. but 3 months later, my frontosa keep on dying 1 after the other. i even lost my biggest black widow frontosa but still can't seem to figure it out who is the culprit behind it. hopefully you'll have a better result sir. Im still sad about this thing as i save quite an amount of money to get my hand on those frontosa.😔

@KaveManAquatics

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for that loss bro...It has to be an aggression issue. Frontosa arent as aggressive as the Africans, especially the mbuna. The mix you have is destined for aggression problems....check out my free webinar on African Cichlids - event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics