African Cichlid Tank - Top 10 Must Know

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Having an African Cichlid Tank is special! African Cichlids are the most beautiful freshwater fish you will find. Your african cichlid tank setup depends on which type of species you choose. Most hobbyist choose african cichlids from lake malawi.
The three main groups are Peacocks, Haps, and Mbunas. Knowing which african cichlid tank mates mix well with others is very important. These fish can be very aggressive and you wouldn't want a constant war in your tank.
These 10 tips will help in establishing a beautiful, peaceful lake Malawi cichlid tank.
00:01 - Over Filtration
00:30 - Tank Size for African Cichlids
01:17 - Temperature
01:37 - African Cichlids PH Levels and water Hardness
02:38 - Hierarchy with African Cichlids
03:53 - Adding new African Cichlids to established tank
05:03 - Overstocking
05:31 - All Male African Cichlids
06:22 - Know your species - Peacocks, Haps, Mbunas
08:50 - The Fish Companion App
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  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics3 жыл бұрын

    Want to learn how to keep your very own African Cichlids? It's not as hard as you think, let me teach you 😊 👉 kavemanaquatics.com/keeping-african-cichlids/

  • @christinebrookes4586

    @christinebrookes4586

    3 жыл бұрын

    Heya I hope you don't mind me asking but I'm about to get my first set up and would really like to keep cichlids, you seem to know what you're talking about, there is a company selling 10 mawalis for 95 , I'm assuming if they shouldn't really go together then they shouldn't really be a bundle , but here are the fish.... Red peacock Blue dolphin Marble peacock x 2 Strawberry peacock Redfin Yellow peacock Nyereri Firefish Electric blue Do you think they will be OK? And thank you 😊

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@christinebrookes4586 sounds like a great group. If you’re just getting into African cichlids there’s a lot to learn. Start out by watching my free webinar training 😊 You can find it here kavemanaquatics.com/African-cichlids-course

  • @christinebrookes4586

    @christinebrookes4586

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics thank you so much! I've only ever had a tiny 57l tank with wee tropicals like guppies etc, but just brought a 400l , my mom had cichlids when I was a wee un and they're beautiful so I'd love to get them all set up, I'll definitely watch the videos they'll probably do wonders for me , thanks again 😊

  • @christinebrookes4586

    @christinebrookes4586

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry do you mind me asking one thing, I've brought crushed coral filter media to sort the pH levels , will that me enough or should I get a specific substrate too

  • @santamonicahelpassistant418

    @santamonicahelpassistant418

    3 жыл бұрын

    Are these your fish? They're so beautiful. How do you keep your tank and water so clean? -Sophia

  • @TraxandGrooves
    @TraxandGrooves3 жыл бұрын

    This is the best African Cichlid instructional video I have viewed on KZread. Thank you!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro, I appreciate that! Glad you found it helpful 😊

  • @alisonorigel573
    @alisonorigel5732 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been a fish keeper most of my life. I just got into cichlids. I have a 75 gallon hap and peacock tank. I’ve learned so much from your videos new and old. Thanks for the information! You rock!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @timporch6001
    @timporch60012 жыл бұрын

    I've kept Malawi Cichlids for many decades and what I've just watched was one of the most beneficial and informative videos to date. Thank you.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, Love to hear positive feedback from the veterans of the hobby!! Thank you! 😊

  • @pegrathwol
    @pegrathwol2 жыл бұрын

    Great tips. Long time fish keeper, but I just started with African Cichlids 6-8 months ago. So challenging but also so rewarding. I'm still working on getting my water parameters right. This video is full of fantastic info. Thanks KaveMan!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn45123 жыл бұрын

    Great video! one of the best videos I've seen!! I kept cichlids years ago before I ever had access to something like KZread!! I wish I knew then what I know now... I left the hobby for about 15 years and have just come back to it. I love this incredible community and enjoying learning!! Right now I've been doing planted tanks but the next tank I do is going to be one like this!! Some of the most beautiful fish in the world!! I've been wanting to get back into cichlids again so this really inspires me! Thanks for sharing Kev! I hope you're having a very blessed day! 🙏🌿🐟🌿💚

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome, so glad I could inspire you to get back into cichlids! Welcome back to the hobby! We missed you! 😊

  • @jimspeegle746
    @jimspeegle7463 жыл бұрын

    GREAT VIDEOS!. simple, well explained! TY again! Keep em coming!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, will do!

  • @MickyTubbs1985
    @MickyTubbs19853 жыл бұрын

    Kev, your " PRIMERS " are in a word " FANTASTIC!" Keep'em coming. 🙂

  • @Whey2010
    @Whey20102 жыл бұрын

    You're killing it Kaveman! Loved the content... continue the Love bro!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you bro! 😁💪

  • @gamewizardks
    @gamewizardks3 жыл бұрын

    I started a Cichlid tank a few months ago. I've been stocking it slowly ever since, only adding about 3 at any one time. I think I have about 15 right now. I did have one death when I added 3 to a tank one time. I appreciate the tips given here. I am mixing all 3 types and they seem to be doing well together. I feed with 3 different types of food.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad its working out for you! Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @UNIXSOLJASysadminSyndicate

    @UNIXSOLJASysadminSyndicate

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you start with just three?

  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics4 жыл бұрын

    Are you new to African Cichlids and have more questions? Let me know below!! If you're and AC expert share some of your tips below for the new guys 🙂 Don't forget to subscribe 👉 kzread.info

  • @kalkidanabebe934

    @kalkidanabebe934

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do you have this beautiful fishes for sale Kaveman?

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Kalkidan Abebe I don’t, but I get my fish from great breeder! Check out coastalcichlids.com and use code Kaveman10 for a 10% discount on your order 😊

  • @manikatana9684

    @manikatana9684

    3 жыл бұрын

    Anyone know what species of cichlid that one round white/blue one with black/blue stripes on the bottom middle/left - its the only one i see that looks this way and would like to know

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@kalkidanabebe934 No I don’t sell fish sorry. But here’s where I get all my fish...with discount codes kavemanaquatics.com/product-category/fish-discounted-online/

  • @jasonwehner7221
    @jasonwehner72212 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making the vids that you make. You're the ONLY KZreadr I've seen. That doesn't fill their vids with fluff and bullshit. You're right to the point and I love that. Thanks again bro!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure Jason! I try to get you guys the info you need right away 😁 Glad you're enjoying the channel!

  • @castlecruuz
    @castlecruuz2 жыл бұрын

    Well here I am...Went from a 10 Gallon tank with guppies. Watched 2 of your videos...Now I have two 55gs and 75g. My Cichlids are doing great! The beginning was stressful because my fish had parasites. I noticed bloat and string poop, immediately treated them with metroplex and the garlic guard stuff you recommended in the last video I watched. My fish are doing AMAZING! THANK YOU!!!! I'm using one of my 55's as a quarantine tank currently. Forever Subscribed. Thanks Kev

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats an awesome transition! So glad I could help get you into African Cichlids!! 😊💪

  • @formercityboy9772
    @formercityboy97723 жыл бұрын

    This is the most informative video I watched today . Thank you.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! 😊

  • @farlz99

    @farlz99

    3 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻 100% agree

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@farlz99 Thanks bro 😊

  • @marypaigeflynn4512

    @marypaigeflynn4512

    3 жыл бұрын

    👍💯🔥

  • @abigailgooch3339
    @abigailgooch33394 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video thank you so much for the information! :)

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @michelleclary2570
    @michelleclary25702 жыл бұрын

    By far the best video we have seen since starting. This journey !

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @bigtimber7991
    @bigtimber79913 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video my man! Been a hobbyist and professional for over 35 years and you covered all the bases! I will pass on to customers so they just don’t hear me preaching lol.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lol, great idea! Glad to hear such an experienced hobbyist like yourself enjoyed the video, awesome! 😊

  • @stacieel1668
    @stacieel16684 жыл бұрын

    This tank is beautiful thanks for the tips 👌

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Staciee l Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

  • @austinludwig1296
    @austinludwig12963 жыл бұрын

    Very informative. Wish the people at my fish store knew 1/3 as much as you

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    lol Thanks bro, Glad it was helpful! 😊

  • @kallumdunn1351
    @kallumdunn13513 жыл бұрын

    Hey, awesome video man, keep up the great work !

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro! 😊

  • @oyoxtio
    @oyoxtio2 жыл бұрын

    my guy ur videos are goooold! I dono what it is but I can't stop watching ur vids man keep up the good work ur helping people more than u could possibly know!!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol Thanks bro! Love to hear that positive feedback! Glad to know you’re enjoying the channel!

  • @Shadow-wn5fw
    @Shadow-wn5fw3 жыл бұрын

    Man, you are giving me some serious new knowledge and I didn't get into the hobby yesterday!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣 Glad I Can help! Beauty of this hobby is that we all keep learning everyday 😊

  • @priteshmohite3077
    @priteshmohite30773 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful fish and tank ever loved it ❤️😍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

  • @Brian-xt7bp
    @Brian-xt7bp2 жыл бұрын

    I recently started investing in Cichlids/tanks/and everything that goes with it. Spent A Lot Of Money doing so! I found your channel VERY HELPFUL! Thank you! I subscribed! I will continue to follow!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @steverandich8882
    @steverandich88823 жыл бұрын

    Very informative. I have a 250G Mbuna (all male) tank with reef tank set up with overflow and massive sump with UV, GFO, carbon, ATS, and two large bio towers. I also run Reef lighting over it (Kessil A360Xs) to bring out fish color and shimmer in tank. I run them in a narrow illumination period to restrict algae. My stocking is very heavy, probably 100 Mbunas.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    That sounds like an awesome setup! 💪💪

  • @sanaamasum8398
    @sanaamasum83983 жыл бұрын

    The best video about cichlids ever

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @WorldAquariumSingapore
    @WorldAquariumSingapore4 жыл бұрын

    wowow super nice tanks of cichlids :D "D

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! 😊

  • @jjjsofficial7478
    @jjjsofficial74782 жыл бұрын

    Oh my gosh the last tip is legit what I'm going through rn ,I have an aggressive mbuna in the quarantine tank because he was attacking everyone and killed the other smaller mbuna In the bag I brought home with him,thanks so much kev you've been a real life saver for the past week for me,currently have 2 parrots 2mbuna and 3 peacocks and planning to introduce 1 more parrot and 2 more peacocks!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro, Glad I could help! Be careful with those mbuna!

  • @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
    @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics3 жыл бұрын

    Fired Up Video!!! Good tips, so far been good. Bought 12 Mbuna at PetsMart Black Friday Sale, Of course quarantined. Re setup my 55 gallon with 19 comet goldfish to establish the bio filter and nitrogen cycle, now their out in the aquaponics system. Hoping, starting off my Mbuna together at young ages, lessen the aggression. Thanks for this video, adding to favs

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro, glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @riteshfamily369
    @riteshfamily3694 жыл бұрын

    Hey my friend nice tank you have great to see you thanks for sharing love you God bless you stay safe stay happy and stay blessed nice

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! 😊

  • @tommyblansett9254
    @tommyblansett92543 жыл бұрын

    While all that information was great, I really loved the last "bonus" idea.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! 😊💪

  • @dedetreek8893
    @dedetreek88932 жыл бұрын

    Great content. What I loved the most was seeing the pink parrot swimming around with no care in the world amongst those aggressive fish.....and they all left him alone!!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you bro, Yes Gordo does his own thing, he's his own boss lol

  • @grafhix79
    @grafhix794 жыл бұрын

    Great video mate, best on keeping cichlids that I've seen on KZread, keep up the good work 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    James Hicks Thanks bro! Appreciate those words 👍👍

  • @grafhix79

    @grafhix79

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics No problem, refreshing to see someone with a genuine passion for the hobby, really look forward to your vids.👍🏻

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    James Hicks Thanks again! This hobby has filled a huge void for me, probably why I love it! 😊

  • @mikesmith4764
    @mikesmith47642 жыл бұрын

    Where do you get your fake rock decorations?

  • @taariqadham876
    @taariqadham8763 жыл бұрын

    Hey kev...your vids really inspire me and are very helpful,I watch your vids frequently and have learnt a whole lota great stuff from you..keep up the good work bro 👍😎

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate that! 😊💪

  • @chiminh6819
    @chiminh68193 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video!! Learned a lot!! Time to build my African Cichlids tank.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and Good luck! If you need extra help I also have an online video course 😊 kavemanaquatics.com/kac-relaunch

  • @allisonmcnulty8770
    @allisonmcnulty87702 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Super informative. I'm getting back into the hobby after a 15 year hiatus and plan on sticking with all African Cichlids. I can see a lot has changed for the better. I've been watching as many of your video's as I can to get up to date with the times. One of the major questions i have is what filter to use? I saw one of your videos where you talk about cleaning and set up of the Fluval 407. I was debating between this and the Fluval FX4. Again, the tank size will be 75 gallons. Any thoughts as to which one would be more appropriate for Cichlids and this tank size? Thanks!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    On my 75 I had an FX6 and a 407 running. This is because my tank was overstocked, by design. You may not overstock at first but you'll eventually see the benefits of doing so. natural progression for new African Cichlid owners. So I would definitely at least start with an FX6 so you dont waste money on a smaller filter you'll need to upgrade very soon. btw, I have an entire course on keeping African Cichlids, but I suggest you start with my Free Webinar training first - event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics

  • @allisonmcnulty8770

    @allisonmcnulty8770

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics Wow, thank you! I'm glad I asked.

  • @harryburns8233

    @harryburns8233

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics is the tank in this video 75 Gallons?? I have a 65 Gallon and am trying to gauge how many to put in. I notice you said you had 30 that would give me a real accurate impression of how many to put in my tank.

  • @wesliving8728
    @wesliving87283 жыл бұрын

    Dude! You are amazing!!! Thank you! You just gained a subscriber!!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub! 💪

  • @slowvalvebeck9074
    @slowvalvebeck90742 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks for the info! Was a nice refresher- had a cichlid tank about 10 years ago. Thinking about going at it again.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do it!! 😊😊

  • @JohnnyBlaze357
    @JohnnyBlaze3573 жыл бұрын

    Great info Bro Thanks, keep up the great work!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, will do!

  • @ivanmokalu8532
    @ivanmokalu85324 жыл бұрын

    Amazing tank! Great tips... Subscribed

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    ivan mokalu Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @couldbenicer3199
    @couldbenicer31992 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video just like all the rest! New subscriber here, your videos have helped me with my tank and so much more. Thanks for all the informational videos that are always great to watch! Stay blessed my friend & thanks again for all the great content

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @joehare1151
    @joehare11513 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video with allot of good advice 👌

  • @mrmackey1119
    @mrmackey11193 жыл бұрын

    just discovered your videos, love your channel man, Subscribed from a Londoner here!!!! keep them coming

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @coltonian888
    @coltonian8883 жыл бұрын

    This was an amazing vid that really helped me out thanks

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad it was helpful

  • @smugglersrun7779
    @smugglersrun77792 жыл бұрын

    The last bouns tip was awesome to know thanks love the channel new subscriber

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great! Glad you found it helpful, and thanks for the Sub! 😁💪

  • @welder9163
    @welder91633 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful tank. Love the parrot and convict mixed in!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much! 😊

  • @ric_1371
    @ric_13713 жыл бұрын

    awesome video man. Thanks for the guidance really helpful

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped!

  • @rcmiamimozzy1210
    @rcmiamimozzy12104 жыл бұрын

    Love this Video and the educational and visuals are excellent. I am now a subscriber because of this one video and can’t wait to see what else he have on his channel for me to see and learn from. Good Work. Keep it Up!!!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mozzy Bone Thanks for those words! Glad you enjoyed the video 👍

  • @rcmiamimozzy1210

    @rcmiamimozzy1210

    4 жыл бұрын

    KaveMan Aquatics no problem bro. Keep them coming. I have a Mbuna tank and a peacock tank. My peacocks are all juvenile so I’m waiting to see which will color up and which won’t so I know what I have. The Mbunas are crazy as usual. But I can never figure out who the tank boss really is because they all get chased at some point. Lol

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mozzy Bone lol yea that mbunas for ya! Goal for my 2nd tank is an mbuna tank...love those guys too!

  • @chris0674
    @chris06744 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best videos I’ve never seen before...thanks for this information 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @chris0674

    @chris0674

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes sir, really good videos bro..

  • @megancherry2911
    @megancherry291111 ай бұрын

    ALWAYS great advice! Thankyou

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    11 ай бұрын

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

  • @sidneywhite749
    @sidneywhite7493 жыл бұрын

    Great video, answered many questions have.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    sidney white Thanks! 😊

  • @christophermejia1393
    @christophermejia13932 жыл бұрын

    Honestly your tank and your detail to info is the reason why I want a african cichlid tank

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome! Glad I could inspire 😊

  • @miketran6400
    @miketran64003 жыл бұрын

    Great vid bro! I rarely comment but this was good advice 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Glad you liked it 😊

  • @jizzosh1233
    @jizzosh12334 жыл бұрын

    Great Tips! Great video.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jizzosh Thanks 😊 Glad you enjoyed

  • @janellechew6193
    @janellechew61933 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful true information!! Thankful for you!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed! 😊

  • @lilikoimahalo
    @lilikoimahalo2 жыл бұрын

    Love the your chiclid collection!!! Beautiful colors wow

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Here's a cool playlist on them - kzread.info/head/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

  • @KeepItBrief89
    @KeepItBrief892 жыл бұрын

    This man is the best for aquarium info hands down.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro! Appreciate that 😊💪

  • @andromidia1
    @andromidia19 ай бұрын

    Great vid . Top tips for a new guy 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @cevand7216
    @cevand72163 жыл бұрын

    love the vids my guy!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro! 😁💪

  • @chrisrosenthal1210
    @chrisrosenthal12102 жыл бұрын

    Don't be afraid to get rid of certain ones if you make a stocking mistake. Took me a while to learn that one. When I first started I had a Jaguar that got big and would kill any new fish I added. If it fit in his mouth, it was gone. Then once I ended up with a breeding pair of convicts... Came in one day and there was a black cloud of convict babies, and the 2 had every fish in the tank pushed to the other end lol About 80 in a 200 gal... Convicts ain't no joke when they breed lol I really miss all my tanks. I had about 10 tanks at one time not including breeding tanks. When I figured out how to strip the females and make my own egg bubblers, I had probably 20 grow out tanks too. One of these days I'll get back into it.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    We'll be here ready for you to rejoin us! Thanks for the tips!

  • @jodalay8716
    @jodalay87163 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video!! Thanks so much

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @tripleorder8618
    @tripleorder86183 жыл бұрын

    love the channel bro : )

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro, glad you’re enjoying it! 😊

  • @marcosgaytan921
    @marcosgaytan9213 жыл бұрын

    Just Subscribed.... Wounderful Video . Great Information . Thank You . So Much !!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the Sub! Glad you found the video helpful 😊

  • @pbaquatics94
    @pbaquatics942 жыл бұрын

    Great info 💪💪💪bouns tip was awesome

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @lisadel101
    @lisadel1013 жыл бұрын

    New to keeping cichlids only 8 weeks now, thanks for all info especially about tank boss

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    My Pleasure! Check this out, you may be interested. kavemanaquatics.com/kac-relaunch

  • @downstairsaquarium6670
    @downstairsaquarium66703 жыл бұрын

    great video, and FIRE tank!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro, recently updated the background...check it out kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKOI0c6rn8vTiKg.html

  • @MrEvilmitch
    @MrEvilmitch Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏 very helpful 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @Mrmike710
    @Mrmike710 Жыл бұрын

    I must Kev youve inspired me to start my first African cichlid tank.

  • @fox8340
    @fox83404 жыл бұрын

    Ah thank you sir. You gave me so much helpful information especially about aggression

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ϯιɴɣ Foxɣ Glad I could help! 😊

  • @martineclaeys7335
    @martineclaeys73354 жыл бұрын

    Very informative ! Thank you

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful! 😊

  • @aleksandramocko2678
    @aleksandramocko2678 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for bonus tip. I am gonna to try this out with parrot fish as he is making a lot of problems in my fish tank but i'd rather keep him than rehome ;-)

  • @zflyzone
    @zflyzone4 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful fish. Best video yet.

  • @zflyzone

    @zflyzone

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Kaveman, just started up again. Which online fish source do you suggest. It’s been a while for me, and there’s many out there. Cheers

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    zflyzone thanks Bud, welcome back!! I use coastalcichlids.com The owners name is Neil, great customer service and awesome healthy fish. You can communicate with him directly through DM on Facebook or Instagram too. Tell him Kev sent ya 😉 Welcome back Mate!

  • @zflyzone

    @zflyzone

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot Kev will be checking it out for sure.

  • @mikesaquariums4293
    @mikesaquariums42934 жыл бұрын

    Just set up 180 gallon cichlid can't wait to get some more great info from you

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mike’s Aquariums Thanks bud! Congrats on that tank!! 👍👍

  • @tinacox4999akadirtysouth
    @tinacox4999akadirtysouth2 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos and so true .so imformative.thank you . Mine have done exactly that .at first I thought there was gonna be trouble but no they are settling down .

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! 😊 Glad it was helpful!

  • @Matty_wap_
    @Matty_wap_ Жыл бұрын

    This video was so informative 😮‍💨

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @Wannabe-rockstar-fan
    @Wannabe-rockstar-fan3 жыл бұрын

    Wow you really have so e great tips thanks man!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure, glad I could help!

  • @nnamdieneanya2317
    @nnamdieneanya23173 жыл бұрын

    Very good i learned a good way to learn from taking care of african cichlids fish from you

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Glad I was able to help! 😊

  • @judyjames13926
    @judyjames139262 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant video and information thank you 👏👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @Lorenz_c
    @Lorenz_c4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great advice on African chichlids I’m planning on getting a big chichlid tank I already got some👍👦🏽

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lorenz Collins Cool! Glad I could be helpful 👍😊

  • @andrewdee8435
    @andrewdee84353 жыл бұрын

    Nice video!!! Thanks bud!!!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Glad you enjoyed

  • @Grownman19
    @Grownman19 Жыл бұрын

    I’m a beginner . Thank you for breaking everything down from the start for ppl like me

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @Maria-N-Alfie-Po
    @Maria-N-Alfie-Po3 жыл бұрын

    Liked and subscribed. I absolutely loved seeing the parrot fish. Recently someone told me I shouldn't have mixed parrot fish with my haps and peacocks so this video has set me at ease :)

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub! Technically they are right, technically they shouldnt be together because of water parameters and temperment....but as you can see, it can be done successfully! Here's another great video that will make you feel even better - kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXqF0bCpZai1YKw.html

  • @Maria-N-Alfie-Po

    @Maria-N-Alfie-Po

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yep I do feel even better after watching that. I have 2 parrots and they live together in a submarine. They swim with my dolphin and 2 peacocks but don't get involved in the squabbles lol. I'm getting more Africans soon I defo need more and fingers crossed it carries on working out :)

  • @sadipapa
    @sadipapa2 жыл бұрын

    excellent video !!! Excellent narration !! excellent to the point and crisp explanation !! full of information which makes sense !!! Thanks Kaveman !!! Actually I am having little trouble - I am already having fishes( 1pc- Severum- 5.5", 1pc OB - 3", 2 pcs - Firemouth(Pair) - 3.2" , 1 pc - Electric Blue Hap - 3" , 1pc - Red Shoulder - 2.8", 1 pc - Yellow Lab - 1.5" , 1 pc - Venustus - 3" ,1pc - Albino rainbow shark - 3" total 10/11 fishes already there in the 54 gallon /3.5'x1.5'x1.5' long tank )............................. NOW on 22- Jan-2022 added lot other fishes which I was very much interested to keep ( 1pc - Dragon Blood - 6" , 1 pc - Taiwan Reef 5", 1 pc - Sulphur Head 5", 1pc - Blue Dolphin 5" , 2 pcs - female Blue Dolphin 4.5", 1pc - Lwanda - 4" , 1 pc - Red Cap Itungi - 3" , 1 pc - Sunshine Benga - 4" , 1 pc - Ruby Red , 1 pc - German Red , 2 pcs - Polar parrot(pair) 3.5" ) ................... now total i have 22 fishes in my tank ... yes I know it is over stocked almost 50% more than the tank capacity ..... but I did it deliberately to mitigate the aggression ................. now the after that the observation is the Severum which used to be the tank boss ... was super aggressive and chased almost all the fishes specially the DRAGONBLOOD !!! .. and i can see the Dragon blood is almost hiding in the scape / cave all the time now ... the Severum is also chasing 4 other fishes along with Dragn blood, e.g. Sunshine , ruby red , german red , pollar parrots !!! now after 4 days I can see the chasing has reduced drastically by the Severum and as I can see the only target of Severum is DRAGONBLOOD ....... so my questin is is it stabilizing ? is it normal phenomenon? is it stabilizing gradually ? question to Kaveman & all other experts ... Thanks a lot in advance from India !

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    You have a very strange mix of fish that are not usually kept together. I am surprised you dont have more problems. Aggression will always be in your tank because of the species mix. You have fish that require different diets too. Severums are usually very calm fish so it sounds strange that hes the bully in your tank. Good luck with your tank bud. Sorry I couldnt be more helpful!

  • @drewschlegel7782
    @drewschlegel77823 жыл бұрын

    Great video and beautiful African cichlid tank! I see you too have several different species of Africans.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes I do but they are all peacocks and haps except for only 1 Yellow Lab.

  • @Shane2sweet1

    @Shane2sweet1

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics and is that a blood parrot I see? I thought they were a central American hybrid creation...

  • @josephmuscat9764
    @josephmuscat97642 жыл бұрын

    Hi I have a 700 litres tank and I bought a fluval filter fx6 series . What addons do you recommend to add inside the filter ? Thanks for your info.You taught me alot.😊

  • @jasonbeedle9428
    @jasonbeedle9428 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Kev great videos , can you slightly overstock a community tank as long as you keep it clean and keep parameters right ?

  • @tiffitude8u
    @tiffitude8u3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much very informative love African cichlids

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @barbarndt6102
    @barbarndt61023 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the valuable information!

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @forrestredd4971
    @forrestredd49714 жыл бұрын

    enjoyed the video a lot of helpful info

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Forrest Redd Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @mraquaticnews5676
    @mraquaticnews56763 жыл бұрын

    Nice tank Jeff and good content too

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍 but whos Jeff? lol

  • @mraquaticnews5676

    @mraquaticnews5676

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics lol

  • @redeemedone7457
    @redeemedone74572 жыл бұрын

    Very concise & informative video on African cichlids..over stocking your tank so that the “fish can’t keep track of who they don’t like”..lol

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @colony7591
    @colony75912 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Kev

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @edjeffery1
    @edjeffery14 жыл бұрын

    New tank looks great, great info thanks 👍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir! 😊

  • @edjeffery1

    @edjeffery1

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KaveManAquatics what are you doing with your old tank? New project? 😉

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ed J I wish! Not enough space right now for a second tank, sold it almost immediately on letgo...but more tanks coming soon...🤫

  • @Ymatos09
    @Ymatos094 жыл бұрын

    Love these fish!! 😍😍😍

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jogajord Thanks! 😊

  • @cooperrobertson1708
    @cooperrobertson17083 жыл бұрын

    I have two dwarf (birth defect) chichlids in a 1.5 gal. They’re bestfriends and follow eachother like shadows. 0 aggression, 0 territorial behavior. They even snuggle up under a moss ball together. They always rush to greet me at the front of the tank too, I absolutely adore them!!! 🤩 (their names are pickle and carrot, they’re dark green / turquoise and orange, hehe!)

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome, love their names too! 😊

  • @lazarus7860
    @lazarus78603 жыл бұрын

    This is a great video for cichlid beginners

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @bossingmgrtv
    @bossingmgrtv2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! I apreciate your design.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @anoukgeerink9294
    @anoukgeerink92943 жыл бұрын

    Thank you thank you thank you !!! I didnt know a lot of the malawi but thanks to you i now do know 😁

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure 😊 Check out my free training on them also! event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics

  • @charliedevine6869
    @charliedevine68693 жыл бұрын

    So clean.

  • @KaveManAquatics

    @KaveManAquatics

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro!

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