How Many Chocolate Cichlid in a 125-Gallon Tank?
In a 125-gallon tank, plan on about 1–2 Chocolate Cichlid, leaving room for tankmates and filtration headroom.
Why
Stocking is driven by adult size and waste output, not just fish count. Chocolate Cichlid reaches about 10" with a heavy bioload, and needs 75–82°F water at pH 5–7. Always cycle the tank and test water before adding livestock.
| Adult size | 10" |
|---|---|
| Minimum tank | 75 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH | 5–7 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Schooling | No |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Care level | Moderate |
| Origin | Amazon basin |
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