A. Borellii in 29 gal

[Jeffk]

Hi - my first post here. I've got a pair of A. Borellii in a 29 gal (30" x 12" footprint) along with 5x albino cories, 1x honey gourami, and 6x white clouds. I have no intention of breeding them (not sure if they even would with my pH of 8.0). I'm wondering if it's possible to have another pair (or even a total of 2 males and 3-4 females) if aquascaped correctly (and what should that aquascaping look like?). I currently have 3 caves in the tank and could easily add more. The tank currently has a large driftwood-like looking ornament in the middle, along with many (12-15) fake plants. My main concern is aquascaping to allow for 2 borellii males. What are the chances in a 29 gal? I also have a 15 gallon if someone needed to be removed. Any suggestions appreciated! Thanks!

 

[Mike Wise]

Yes, it is possible but I doubt you would like the appearance of the aquarium. The tank would need so many visual boundaries that you wouldn't be able to see many of the fish at one time.

 

[Jeffk]

Yes, it is possible but I doubt you would like the appearance of the aquarium. The tank would need so many visual boundaries that you wouldn't be able to see many of the fish at one time.

Mike - thanks for you reply. I thought if I had a chance with any apposite, it would be borellii. I think I'll just enjoy the pair I have then (and eventually put a pair in my 15 gal too