"ss" ss@ wrote in message
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Please keep a watchful eye on your new cichlid tank. It typically
takes more than 2 weeks to cycle a tank, and yet you have thrown in 15
cichlids in just that time, which are typically more sensitive than
trops.

watch the nitrite/nitrate levels


Definately. I did ask numerous people about this and read various books
before jumping in. They all said that with LM Cichlids, you must put a
large number of your total stock in to begin with, the local fish shop said
50% of the total fish. I was advised in doing so, a pecking order could be
established early on.

I am testing water daily, and doing a 30% - 40% change each time I see any
rise in Nitrite, Nitrate & Amonia.

Regards,

Gary.