Top 10 African Cichlid Tank Essentials Every Aquarist Needs

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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
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  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@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 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @alisonorigel573
    @alisonorigel573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @TraxandGrooves
    @TraxandGrooves 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @timporch6001
    @timporch6001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @castlecruuz
    @castlecruuz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @pegrathwol
    @pegrathwol 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @formercityboy9772
    @formercityboy9772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

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

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video! one of the best videos I've seen!! I kept cichlids years ago before I ever had access to something like TH-cam!! 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 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @michelleclary2570
    @michelleclary2570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @gamewizardks
    @gamewizardks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @elijarman9118
    @elijarman9118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 65 gallon with cichlids and they are awesome I’ve sat down for hours and just watched them They are so beautiful

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree they are awesome!! 😊😊 You should join my facebook group, we share our love for our fish there and its a great place to find help and connect with other fish keepers - facebook.com/groups/kavemanaquatics

  • @austinludwig1296
    @austinludwig1296 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol Thanks bro, Glad it was helpful! 😊

  • @MickyTubbs1985
    @MickyTubbs1985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Shadow-wn5fw
    @Shadow-wn5fw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @jjjsofficial7478
    @jjjsofficial7478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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 👉 th-cam.com/users/kavemanaquatics

    • @kalkidanabebe934
      @kalkidanabebe934 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have this beautiful fishes for sale Kaveman?

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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/

  • @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
    @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bro, glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @jimspeegle746
    @jimspeegle746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @Brian-xt7bp
    @Brian-xt7bp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @sanaamasum8398
    @sanaamasum8398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The best video about cichlids ever

  • @jessortiz3612
    @jessortiz3612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So I was asked to fish sit an African Cichlid for a week. I took the liberty of naming him Paco (lol). When my friends came back they realized I had grown attached and they gave him to me. I thought he was lonely and need friends... So I was given 3 more. Needless to say... Paco is a player and I now have 15 African Cichlids 🤦🏻‍♀️ and no idea what I’m doing. All in 2 months!! Your videos are helping so much. Thank you!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you're finding the video's helpful 😊 Heres a helpful playlist on African Cichlids - th-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__.html

  • @tommyblansett9254
    @tommyblansett9254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @chrisrosenthal1210
    @chrisrosenthal1210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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  3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @stacieel1668
    @stacieel1668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This tank is beautiful thanks for the tips 👌

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Staciee l Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

  • @dedetreek8893
    @dedetreek8893 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @priteshmohite3077
    @priteshmohite3077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful fish and tank ever loved it ❤️😍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

  • @jasonwehner7221
    @jasonwehner7221 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for making the vids that you make. You're the ONLY TH-camr 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  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @abigailgooch3339
    @abigailgooch3339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @Betelegeusebabez
    @Betelegeusebabez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad passed.away in November and I inherited his cichlid tank. I literally found myself with a huge tank and 8 cichlids I knew diddly squat about. I have just found your channel and begun watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sorry for your loss! I commend you for trying to keep his tank going! I am happy to help with anything you need! To start with watch this playlist which will be very helpful to you - th-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er.html

  • @riteshfamily369
    @riteshfamily369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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

  • @Whey2010
    @Whey2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mikesmith4764
    @mikesmith4764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Where do you get your fake rock decorations?

  • @christophermejia1393
    @christophermejia1393 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome! Glad I could inspire 😊

  • @allisonmcnulty8770
    @allisonmcnulty8770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @harryburns8233
      @harryburns8233 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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.

  • @GeorgeSmith-ze5vk
    @GeorgeSmith-ze5vk 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always took the aggressive fish out… rearranging on tank.. and put him back in the next day and never had problems.. I also kept females and males together.. I had a beautiful rock scape so when they had babies.. and yes they had MANY babies.. the little ones could hide…also never had problems with aggression.. it was a pretty big tank also.. 120 gallon.. but you have some amazing fish.. my son who is 14 and has autism loves fish so we are talking about getting another tank and starting..

  • @WorldAquariumSingapore
    @WorldAquariumSingapore 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    wowow super nice tanks of cichlids :D "D

  • @Grownman19
    @Grownman19 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @bigtimber7991
    @bigtimber7991 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    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  4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @KeepItBrief89
    @KeepItBrief89 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This man is the best for aquarium info hands down.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bro! Appreciate that 😊💪

  • @abdelhamidcharifi1250
    @abdelhamidcharifi1250 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have seen too many videos from your chanel , and i have learned a lot , thank you

  • @redeemedone7457
    @redeemedone7457 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @aleksandramocko2678
    @aleksandramocko2678 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ;-)

  • @sadipapa
    @sadipapa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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!

  • @nnamdieneanya2317
    @nnamdieneanya2317 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Glad I was able to help! 😊

  • @Mrmike710
    @Mrmike710 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @lisadel101
    @lisadel101 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @oyoxtio
    @oyoxtio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @LVK15926951
    @LVK15926951 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your right about the biggest tank.
    Once you have cichlids nothing else compares

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bro, I try to tell everyone I can lol

  • @steverandich8882
    @steverandich8882 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds like an awesome setup! 💪💪

  • @grafhix79
    @grafhix79 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      James Hicks Thanks bro! Appreciate those words 👍👍

    • @grafhix79
      @grafhix79 4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @kallumdunn1351
    @kallumdunn1351 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @mikesaquariums4293
    @mikesaquariums4293 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @wesliving8728
    @wesliving8728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Lorenz_c
    @Lorenz_c 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lorenz Collins Cool! Glad I could be helpful 👍😊

  • @zflyzone
    @zflyzone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely beautiful fish. Best video yet.

    • @zflyzone
      @zflyzone 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @cooperrobertson1708
    @cooperrobertson1708 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome, love their names too! 😊

  • @smugglersrun7779
    @smugglersrun7779 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @anoukgeerink9294
    @anoukgeerink9294 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @coltonian888
    @coltonian888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was an amazing vid that really helped me out thanks

  • @chiminh6819
    @chiminh6819 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @DjPosey3
    @DjPosey3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Out of all of your vids that iver watched ,I wish I would've seen and knew this before I purchased my little 55 gallon tank! Now I want a 150 gallon lol

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL, Sorry, not sorry 🤣 I'm glad I could inspire you to go bigger though 😊💪

  • @Maria-N-Alfie-Po
    @Maria-N-Alfie-Po 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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 - th-cam.com/video/7FQoNp5EO0I/w-d-xo.html

    • @Maria-N-Alfie-Po
      @Maria-N-Alfie-Po 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 :)

  • @FlippinDutchRc
    @FlippinDutchRc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bigest tank.
    So true.
    Started begin this year with a 120cm aquarium after 4 months i already got a new one of 200cm

  • @mrmackey1119
    @mrmackey1119 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @misodinamosa
    @misodinamosa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally! The cleaner the better!

  • @slowvalvebeck9074
    @slowvalvebeck9074 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @davidplessy2864
    @davidplessy2864 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good vid. I want a cichlid tank like that. Humbly, I hope this helps if no one commented....* "Fish" is only plural when all the fish u refer to are the same. Use "fishes" for referring to a group that contains multiple types of fish.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bro! Thank you for that clarification! I have always been stumbled by which one to use 🤣🤣

  • @MrFrosty888
    @MrFrosty888 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this channel my dude. I sadly only have room for 100ltr tank but that said I have 1400ltr filter per hour and in future I’ll upgrade it to about 150ltr. My problem now I don’t know how many of these bad boys and girls I can get in my 100 ltr.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      None bro...You need a min of 210L for African Cichlids
      Check this out - I have a free webinar training on African Cichlids, you should check it out! - event.webinarjam.com/channel/KaveMan-Aquatics

  • @welder9163
    @welder9163 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @tinacox4999akadirtysouth
    @tinacox4999akadirtysouth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! 😊 Glad it was helpful!

  • @fr0rg
    @fr0rg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your fish are stunning man! Regards from South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @Julio-3_oscars
    @Julio-3_oscars ปีที่แล้ว

    Barley seeing your fishes for the first time u got some nice fish the coloring and everything

  • @rcmiamimozzy1210
    @rcmiamimozzy1210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @rcmiamimozzy1210
      @rcmiamimozzy1210 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @ivanmokalu8532
    @ivanmokalu8532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing tank! Great tips...
    Subscribed

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ivan mokalu Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @MrEvilmitch
    @MrEvilmitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏 very helpful 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @megancherry2911
    @megancherry2911 ปีที่แล้ว

    ALWAYS great advice! Thankyou

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Christopher68Young
    @Christopher68Young 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Whenever I get ready to add new fish I do it when I'm doing the weekly 40% water changes, changing the rocks around and resettling the sand usally does the trick for me. Sometimes it's the same top fish and other times it's a new top fish but they usally figure it out lol

  • @chris0674
    @chris0674 4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

    • @chris0674
      @chris0674 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes sir, really good videos bro..

  • @mary-jocosgrove8354
    @mary-jocosgrove8354 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was so awesome. So if you have a quarantine tank. To you just always have a tank ready all the time or do you set one up and let it cycle thru. Thanks.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can just set one up when you need it. By using seeded media from your main tank, it will instantly cycle your newly setup quarantine tank.

  • @tiffitude8u
    @tiffitude8u 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much very informative love African cichlids

  • @lilron1682
    @lilron1682 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have that top fin decoration in my s. American tank. Lol. nice tank . I'm starting an African cichlid tank , looking for some tips

  • @lilikoimahalo
    @lilikoimahalo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the your chiclid collection!!! Beautiful colors wow

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! Here's a cool playlist on them - th-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__.html

  • @couldbenicer3199
    @couldbenicer3199 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @fox8340
    @fox8340 4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ϯιɴɣ Foxɣ Glad I could help! 😊

  • @tinacox4999akadirtysouth
    @tinacox4999akadirtysouth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your fish are so beautiful.Be glad when mine are bigger
    Can't wait for the colors .kind of frustrating when you are a newbie like me.i had bout mastered the mbunas .I now am struggling to learn about my peacocks.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you've mastered mbunas, the peacoks will be easy for you 😊 Glad you're finding the channel helpful.

  • @zacharydevan4107
    @zacharydevan4107 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've tried the 2 week timeout. It works sometimes but usually a badass fish will make they're way back to the top.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea, thats why I said it was a 50/50 chance because that definitely could happen...and then at that point theres only one unfortunate option left. 🤷‍♂️

  • @jasonbeedle9428
    @jasonbeedle9428 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @taariqadham876
    @taariqadham876 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 👍😎

  • @janellechew6193
    @janellechew6193 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful true information!! Thankful for you!!

  • @ric_1371
    @ric_1371 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video man. Thanks for the guidance really helpful

  • @josephmuscat9764
    @josephmuscat9764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.😊

  • @GreyAkuma-g2l
    @GreyAkuma-g2l 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the content lot of help, I rescued a albino dojo loach any tips or tricks to help keep em happy, any good info will be big help

  • @StorytimeWithMya
    @StorytimeWithMya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video!! Thanks so much

  • @JohnnyBlaze357
    @JohnnyBlaze357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info Bro Thanks, keep up the great work!

  • @drewschlegel7782
    @drewschlegel7782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @Shane2sweet1
      @Shane2sweet1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @andromidia1
    @andromidia1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid . Top tips for a new guy 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @pbaquatics94
    @pbaquatics94 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info 💪💪💪bouns tip was awesome

  • @sidneywhite749
    @sidneywhite749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, answered many questions have.

  • @judyjames13926
    @judyjames13926 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely brilliant video and information thank you 👏👍

  • @jasonraaymaker3483
    @jasonraaymaker3483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I must say your aquarium yes it looks absolutely beautiful but being a fellow hobbyist I know just what it takes to have a tank looking like that that clear water healthy fish I know what it takes I commend you on your effort and knowledge keep up the good work very impressed with your tank quality fish quality and obvious effort and of course without the knowledge you would never have a tank with me so pristine two thumbs up and I am going to also subscribe to your Channel thanks friend

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you bro, I appreciate the follow, glad you're enjoying the channel! 😊