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New Parrot Cichlids

Mon, 01/11/2010 - 05:37 — kaycee_barnett

We have added 2 Parrot cichlids to our 55-tank. We have about 20 goldfish left from our "testing the water" weeks. We also added 2 sharks. The PC's tend to stick together like glue and hide in the log tunnel. Is this normal?

Also they will dig out an indentation in the rocks and lay on their sides for long periods of time? Is this strange behavior for these fish?

And will they really eat these goldfish? Thats what I was told and am wondering if I should take the goldfish out to spare their lives. My kids don't want to see the food chain in action...

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Mon, 01/11/2010 - 13:08 — mazzy1221

Re: New Parrot Cichlids

Ok, first off. WAY TOO MANY FISH! I don't understand goldfish for testing the water. Now what do you plan to do with them? Goldfish are cold water fish and BP's are warm and you shouldn't mix the 2. Also, when you say sharks, what kind are you talking about? Redtails and rainbows are ok but your tank wouldn't be big enough for Balas. As for your BP's hiding this is very normal. Especially when they are young and introduced to a an unfamiliar environment. I think your biggest problem to worry about is your stocking. You must find the goldfish a new home. I hope this helps some.