What are these?

Discussion in 'ID This!' started by Beserker9, Aug 29, 2013.

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  1. Beserker9

    Beserker9 Plankton

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    I was wondering if anyone could identify these fish. The orange one is chasing its pair and being aggressive towards it.
     

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  3. Beserker9

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    I'm pretty sure that the black ones are from Africa.
     
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    First pic looks like African Cichlids. Second pic is Tropheus duboisi - Juvenile. Third pic looks like a goldfish.
     
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  5. Beserker9

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    Thanks for your help. I have a few more questions. Are these fish compatible? Are the african cichlids tropical fish? Do they need salt in the tank? What kind of environment do they need? Thanks.
     
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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
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    Is it safe to introduce a pleco to these fish or should I go with another algae eater?
     
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  9. Corailline

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    It's been a long time since I kept fresh water, but yes you can keep Plecostomus with Cichlids if I remember correctly.
     
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    Thanks for your help.
     
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    You're very welcome. :)
     
  12. Beserker9

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    I forgot to mention that the pair of the third fish has a black line on its top fin. So is it still a goldfish? I just want to care for my fish properly. Thanks.