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Top 7 Cichlid Tank Setups for a 125 Gallon Aquarium

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Cichlid Bros

Cichlid Bros

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In today's video, we have our top 7 list of cichlid tank setups and stocking ideas for a 125 gallon aquarium. We get asked often about different stocking options and tanks sizes for cichlids, so hopefully this video is helpful and informative.
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There are a ton of great options out there, so we couldn't list everything. If we missed one of your favorite cichlid tank setups, please let us know in the comments section below, or just let us know which setup you liked most from the video!
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@jasonsingh5293
@jasonsingh5293 Жыл бұрын
A 125 gallons tank is a gorgeous tank expecely with cichlids plenty of room space opens up the tank space with hiding place for smaller fish i would loved to have tank in my house but don't have enough room but beautiful tank thanks cichlids bro's 👊👊👊❤🙏
@bigatya
@bigatya Жыл бұрын
Just bought a 125 gallon , replacing my 55 tank, starting a mix of Haps, peacocks and Mbunas...opens up so much room !!
@Robert-ly8ig
@Robert-ly8ig Жыл бұрын
Getting back into the hobby - literally was just pricing a 125 setup yesterday and planning for a wet pet jaguar cichlid. Awesome video as always fellas.
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching 👍🏻
@candacethepitbull
@candacethepitbull Жыл бұрын
Well now I want a 125, thanks😂
@gabdagger4661
@gabdagger4661 Жыл бұрын
Same
@lukas181118
@lukas181118 Жыл бұрын
Believe me guys it’s never ending story, one you get 125g u craving for 220g and so on lol 😂 it’s a nature of fishkipping .
@candacethepitbull
@candacethepitbull Жыл бұрын
@@lukas181118 hahah oh I know, it never stops. I had a 10, then a 46 bow, and now a 75
@juliaheinritz3264
@juliaheinritz3264 Жыл бұрын
I know..right!?!
@jonathankirchberger5526
@jonathankirchberger5526 6 ай бұрын
@@lukas181118had 2 240g for 3 years and now I’m looking into a 1,200 gallon Tanganyikan tank
@zsworld6609
@zsworld6609 Жыл бұрын
The obsession is real with the EBA lol love the 125. i will not have a tank smaller than that. the blueprint is unmatched
@ruturaj47
@ruturaj47 Жыл бұрын
Lovely choice, all the fish I would love to have. I am doing peacocks though, moving them from 75 to 125 then move flowerhorn from 40 to 75 and 2 goldfish for 40.
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@jtfalkner
@jtfalkner Жыл бұрын
I have 2 severums, 2 Andinoacara Pulcher, not Eba, a Veija Fenestratus, a red Oscar, 2 convicts and a mid devil in mine. All currently juveniles. Veija and Oscar about 5-6 in. All ran by a fx6 and planning on adding a second as they grow. Hopefully the devil keeps his cool. He and the Oscar are buddies now so we shall see. Beautiful tanks BTW
@kashifkashu7899
@kashifkashu7899 Жыл бұрын
Its really good u guys are making stocking options for diffrent sizes of aquariums... spoiler Alert.. Troy setting 1 more aquarium of 125 gallon pretty soon....Amazing 👏 news....Keep it up bro.
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Thank you! And good catch on that hint 😉
@kashifkashu7899
@kashifkashu7899 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros ur welcome brother
@joeader6046
@joeader6046 4 ай бұрын
The one number seven you showed is what I want
@markreid6216
@markreid6216 7 ай бұрын
Hey guys, Just wanted some confirmation that my stocking plans for the 135 gallon will work out. 5 geophagus 2 Eba 2 severums 1 chocolate cichlid Then about a year later add a Oscar when other fish have matured. Filtration system is: Fx4 Fx6 Tanks is 72x18x24 Any advice would be great!
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros 7 ай бұрын
That should probably work out fine. Might be a bit crowded as adults, but good filtration and water change should make it work. Best of luck!
@markreid6216
@markreid6216 7 ай бұрын
@@CichlidBros thanks for the reply. Im thinking of switching out the Oscar for a threadfin acara. Make it less crowded I think. Love the videos, keep up the good work 👍
@andreashessler838
@andreashessler838 Жыл бұрын
It's all about Oscura Heterospila! They are such a beautiful fish. I wouldn't normally recommend keeping a vieja type fish in a 75 gallon, but these grow ridiculously slowly and top out at 8-10". They take a good 3-4 years to get there as well. They are also, probably, the most placid fish I have ever kept.
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Definitely on my bucket list to keep!
@joeader6046
@joeader6046 4 ай бұрын
I have that exact same setup from that store I waterproof the stand with two coats of Thompson's waterproofing
@refoy5
@refoy5 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the awesome videos! Binging y’all right now lol Any thoughts on this setup for a 125? Okay? Cut back? Add more? - albino Oscar x 1 - Electric blue Acara x 3 - Blood Parrot cichlid x 1 - Bala sharks x 3 - Geophagus Tapajos x 3 - Electric yellow x 3
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Overall pretty good. I would cut back on the Bala sharks. My one Bala is pushing it in a 180. Also, would try to get the Tapajos larger to start, or get them first and let them grow some before adding the Oscar
@refoy5
@refoy5 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros got it!! Thank you!!
@Gud2B_Blessed
@Gud2B_Blessed Жыл бұрын
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS 🐟❤🐟❤🐟❤🐟❤Questions what if you don't have the basement space to put this size tank. Do you think its ok to put larger tanks on 1st floor or a bedroom ...on a second floor of a single family home🤔😁?🐟❤❤❤❤🐟❤
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
It will usually be okay, but I would make sure its against a load bearing wall, and to be 100% sure, it would be good to check with an engineer/builder to confirm
@Gud2B_Blessed
@Gud2B_Blessed Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros You are truly the best. Blessings upon blessings to you and yours and much fish love🙏🙏🙏🐟❤🐟❤🐟❤🐟
@nickmarzella7701
@nickmarzella7701 Жыл бұрын
Great videos guys thanks for all your input. Question if I may, I noticed on some of your videos you use those handy suction handles to place and move tanks, could you share where I can get a set please? I'm moving my tank 3 states east soon (Illinois) and moving my tank would be so much easier with those bad boys....thanks for the help 😁
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We rented our from Custom Aquariums, but you can also find them at Home Depot or online sometimes
@Gilsfishroom
@Gilsfishroom Жыл бұрын
South Americans should always be number one!
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Haha 👌🏻
@andrewbrew745
@andrewbrew745 Жыл бұрын
I really like your 150 tank. I'm getting a 100 gallon tank in the next week or so. Could you give me a stocking idea for it please. Like your 150. Your channel is the reason I'm keeping fish. Thanl you.
@prestigewoodworks
@prestigewoodworks Жыл бұрын
I’m currently cycling a 125 to move my cichlids into, sending my 4 severums over there, along with my 2 blue acara, 4 polar blue cichlids as well as my 2 Jack Dempsey, planning on ordering some geos to keep my sand clean! Surprisingly the Jacks are working in this setup but they are only about 3 inches each at the moment, I’m hoping it will work long term but hey if it doesn’t it’s a reason to set up another tank right? 😂 Love the channel and all of the info, when I got into the hobby I didn’t know which way I wanted to go but American cichlids kinda ended up sticking for me
@catnamedrambo8461
@catnamedrambo8461 Жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥
@JackofallWades
@JackofallWades Жыл бұрын
I have a 150 Gallon tub style "Tank" with a Red Eared Slider Turtle, a 6 inch Red-Tailed Shark, a 7 inch Oscar (had 2 of them as they were Twins but the younger Twin died and the older one is very depressed now so thinking of another one) and a foot long Albino Pleco. I was worried that I was overstocked even with the tons of room my Tank has, however after watching your videos I am starting to think I can add at least 1 or 2 more Fish. The Tub is about 6 feet long and 4 feet deep and I have a FX6 filter and do regular weekly 30% water changes and have to vac at least twice a month mainly cause I may have too many decorations tbh. Honestly the Twins used to be the best part of the Tank and the Turtle only attacks small fish like Mollies or when we used to have Tiger Barbs back in the day. The bigger Fish she doesn't bother anymore because she never messes with the bigger fish but still goes after the occasional Mollie or surviving Barb. (Honestly didn't even know there were any survivors even when we take all the decorations out once every 2 months for cleaning) With the Twin gone there is a bit of a power vacuum but the Turtle doesn't seem to care too much. Any opinions on what I can do for extra fish? Stuff that arn't too aggressive but able to hold there own.
@joeader6046
@joeader6046 4 ай бұрын
Where do I get those rocks that go on the background
@laurak4995
@laurak4995 Жыл бұрын
Is there a video on the predator haps tank from this video? I’m in love 😍
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
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@laurak4995
@laurak4995 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros thank you!! 🎉
@loganryan1317
@loganryan1317 Жыл бұрын
Literally just flipped that stand out my front door 🤣 not a light stand. But still. I am wanting a stand that's double sided so it doesn't have to be against the wall.
@andreacasoli3371
@andreacasoli3371 Жыл бұрын
I think that a 125 can host at least 10 discus since it is 550 liters (and there was a rule where you can add a discus every 50 liters) the important thing is that you keep two filters, high water quality and variety of food
@Darrell-cm3iz
@Darrell-cm3iz 8 ай бұрын
What are stocking option for a 4 foot 130g tank
@bradchichak599
@bradchichak599 Жыл бұрын
I love the tank at the 5:30 mark. I just bought a 120 gallon and I’m building a stand. Can I do that same set up but have a jack dempsey? What would be a nice colorful, set up in a 120 gallon using the south Americans
@chensler68
@chensler68 Жыл бұрын
so what kind of filtration system you got
@brandonmendoza6607
@brandonmendoza6607 4 ай бұрын
So I have a 120 which houses: Salvini (4.5in) Turquoise sev (4.0in) Gold sev (4.0in) JD (3.0in) GT (4.3in) I was told that too many American cichlids would only make their aggressiveness worst if I overstocked it but they aren’t too bad together some do chase but I haven’t seen any nips. Is this to be true should I not add anything else? I was thinking about a red spotted sev and some large danios or loaches for dither fish?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros 4 ай бұрын
I would probably not add more. As adults, it would be a bit tight. Maybe giant danios
@cG-es8mb
@cG-es8mb Жыл бұрын
Could o do a geophagus, electric blue acara, oscar, and a green terror? If so, what would be a good amount for each? I know just 1 for Oscar. Thank you. Enjoy video.
@user-vu1pm7id3u
@user-vu1pm7id3u Жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on 180g south american stocking ideas?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
On it 📝
@Seven7ails
@Seven7ails Жыл бұрын
That petsmart Aqueon is a delicate stand where you have to do your darnest not to get it wet
@toddlongerbeam2776
@toddlongerbeam2776 Жыл бұрын
Does it matter the shape of tank. I am purchasing a 120 Gallon but it will more square than long. 48”x24”x24
@carsondieker8157
@carsondieker8157 Жыл бұрын
Where do you put 90 gal tanks in the mix of top 75 gal set ups and top 125 set ups? I’m having a hard time picking out a good set of central or South American cichlids in my 90, im afraid of over stocking
@daniilvolosin1816
@daniilvolosin1816 10 ай бұрын
Is this stocking list fine 1xAlbino Oscar 4xGeos Tapajos 1xSeverum 3xElextric Blue acara And pair of jacks
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros 10 ай бұрын
Might want to avoid the pair of jacks. Would be a bit tight for space and they could get territorial/breed
@heatherklinger6125
@heatherklinger6125 Жыл бұрын
How heavily planted can you make your 125 South American cichlid tank? Mine is pretty heavily planted but wondering if i need to remove some plants 🤔
@Clandfieldscorner
@Clandfieldscorner Жыл бұрын
Hey man. I’m interested In keeping roseline sharks could you make a video about them please
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Will do soon!
@btllopez7686
@btllopez7686 Жыл бұрын
Heybrother wheres i can fine one like your whats store
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Usually petco or petsmart has the bundle of the 125g
@stormchaser419
@stormchaser419 Жыл бұрын
I used to have a 75 gallon Oceanic tank. What happened to them? What is a good brand now with good corner seals and structure?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
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@kevinhoang1760
@kevinhoang1760 Жыл бұрын
Will a 5ft.120g be sufficient for: 4 severums 6 Denison barbs 4 blue acaras 5 geo Winemilleri ?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
It would likely work, but a bit tight as adults. I’d recommend dropping down a few severums or EBAs
@kevinhoang1760
@kevinhoang1760 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros gotcha. Thank you
@1980ify
@1980ify Жыл бұрын
Hey guys! Will a Jaguar(Friedrichstali) cichlid do well with an Oscar,Green Terror, Texas cichlid tank?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t recommend it. As adults, that would be a very tight fit for any combination of those
@xSqUaTcHx
@xSqUaTcHx Жыл бұрын
Is 3 oscers, 6 dwarf frogs , 3 eels and a pleco too much in a 125?
@Alex_Aquarium
@Alex_Aquarium Жыл бұрын
do you have any jaguar cichlids or flowerhorns? also have you done a video on a 55 gallon setup?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
We have one flowerhorn in the classroom. No Jaguar at the moment but definitely want one at some point
@Alex_Aquarium
@Alex_Aquarium Жыл бұрын
Thanks for telling me and I really want one too but I haven't done enough research on them and my biggest tank is a 75.
@thepethouse3353
@thepethouse3353 Жыл бұрын
In a 125 would this work? 1 Oscar 6 Angelfish 2 severums 2 electric blue acara 5 geophagus tapajos 4 firemouth cichlids 1 chocolate cichlid
@justindabulskis1291
@justindabulskis1291 Жыл бұрын
I’m no expert, but most people would say to put all fish in except the Oscar for a few months to let them grow because Oscar grows so fast. You would have much better luck doing so. Geophagus grows really slow
@justindabulskis1291
@justindabulskis1291 Жыл бұрын
Can you comment on my tank set up?? 125 gallon with: 1 tiger Oscar 1 blood parrot 2 severums 1 pleco Do I have room to add another cichlid?
@justindabulskis1291
@justindabulskis1291 Жыл бұрын
All cichlids around 1-2 inches
@dexterkoeman6050
@dexterkoeman6050 Жыл бұрын
Hey... Where is your beautiful Apistogramma?... Please, don't tell me he passed away... 😢
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
He's in there somewhere
@mrhistory2179
@mrhistory2179 6 ай бұрын
Hey I have 2 jacks , 2 severums, and 1 convict and 2 geofagus tapahos all tiny can I put them in a 125 with one Oscar when their all grown up Also I have a mini bristle nose and a blue phantom pleco
@jordanelford5288
@jordanelford5288 Жыл бұрын
I have a 125 but mines a lot deeper than it is longer
@refoy5
@refoy5 Жыл бұрын
Do you have a stock list of your 180?
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Yep, I have a few videos on the 180!
@tonyy33055
@tonyy33055 11 ай бұрын
How old is this video and what city and state are you in... my local petsmart has the same setup for $899.00😢😵😵‍💫🤯😭😭😭
@CottageCritter
@CottageCritter 11 ай бұрын
The idea that the SAME TANK from petsmart looks exactly the same with no changes and is now $999 is so messed up. I got it anyways cuz my Oscar needed an upgrade and my other 125 (I got before price jump) didn’t make my move. Appreciate the video but gosh darn am I upsetti spaghetti right now
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
Has your tank stand held up? Only asking because I noticed you have the top fin stand and heard horrid stories about the stand
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Yep it did for 3 years
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros now did you do any reinforcement to it or left alone. I'm just nervous of getting a drop of water on it then boom.
@makesomewaffles8896
@makesomewaffles8896 Жыл бұрын
@@dennispeleg7843 It'll never go "boom". You'll notice water damage (major swelling and softening) and you'll be able to plan B it. Why not build your own stand? It's really easy, and much cheaper. you can add some nice veneer, plywood top, then sand and stain or paint and customize it to your sump or anything you like. Much better imo. Especially if you're worried about integrity.. reinforce the shit out of it lol.
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
@@makesomewaffles8896 because where I live, there's no one local to buy just the tank. That's the only setup available local
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
@@makesomewaffles8896 but I hear ya.. oh if I was to build one, sure as hell it's gonna sturdy AF lol
@carloreubenvongerkin9760
@carloreubenvongerkin9760 Жыл бұрын
awe...Shadow
@Gary-yd4zm
@Gary-yd4zm Жыл бұрын
Bro all the stands are trash!!! Seriously better to either build it or reinforce it with screws before filling it up
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
It’s fine for the price. Had it 3 years before upgrading and didn’t have an issue
@Gary-yd4zm
@Gary-yd4zm Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros I never had any myself... Just FACTS that they are seriously put together like crap .. they charge way too much for it to be built with glue and staples
@losbartos5946
@losbartos5946 Жыл бұрын
I once was the proud owner of a huge Jaguar Cichlid, when he died, I measured him. He was 19 inches long and was together with his misses the only inhabitants of my 500 gallon tank (9'long on 3'wide on 2.5' high), sorry but keeping such a fish in a 125 gallon tank is abuse. Also discus in a tank of 21 inches high ? Same goes for every fish that goes close of past a foot in length...
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Discus are absolutely fine in a 125. And for a Jaguar, it is obviously bare minimum but we always recommend larger. Not sure what the issue is here
@losbartos5946
@losbartos5946 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Don't recommend a Red Terror and Jaguar Cichlid in a 125, this is bound to fail. Minimum requirements for larger Amphilopus species and that larger Parachromis (managuense / Dovi) are at least 8-9 feet (you actually need that length) Dovi shouldn't even be kept in tanks. And overstocking on CA cichlids doesn't work sadly. Even when keeping only males. When keeping females and males, they WILL make a battlezone of the tank. nearly 20 years of experience with central Americans and almost a divorce because i wanted bigger and bigger tanks ;) Ended up with my 500g and several 250's Managuense / Texas and Trimacs are the worst of the bunch... Salvini agressive ? full grown Salvini ended up in the mouth of the Jaguar Cichlid
@CichlidBros
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
@@losbartos5946 taking what was said in the video out of context. Never even mentioned dovii. Never said to keep Jaguar and Salvini together. That was clearly an error on your end. Salvini is one of the most aggressive cichlids for its size but never said compatible with parachromis. Done here.
@losbartos5946
@losbartos5946 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Point was and still is, do not recommend a Jaguar Cichlid and Red Terror in a 125 gallon
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