Additional dwarf cichlid with male Baenschi

[nap3p]

I have a Waterbox clear mini 30 (24”x17”x17”) that currently houses a single male Baenschi, 8 rummynose, 9 dwarf corys, and some snails. For about a month I had 3 Bolivian rams in there as well, but had a very dominant male. After trying lots of things to reduce aggression, one death from starvation/wasting, the other banished to a corner, and some aggression towards the Baenschi I returned them.

I would really like to add some additional dwarf cichlids and interested in recommendations/thoughts. I’m thinking about trying another pair/trio of Bolivian rams and hoping for more peaceful personalities.The apisto didn’t mind the rams at all either. Otherwise I’m thinking about another apisto pair (may not find another Baenschi). NOT interested in breeding, but would like to see some of the apisto behavior.

Its a moderate to heavily planted tank and I tried to scape in several “territories”. Photo attached to show tank.

Any stocking thoughts?

 

[MacZ]

Are the white cloud mountain minnows also still in the tank?

Considering the size of the tank I would stick with the A. baenschi alone.

 

[nap3p]

Are the white cloud mountain minnows also still in the tank?

Considering the size of the tank I would stick with the A. baenschi alone.

No they are not, moved to a cooler temp tank.

 

[MacZ]

Good, I was a bit concerned, as you didn't mention them in the original post.

 

[Mike Wise]

For what you want I suggest a larger aquarium.

 

[nap3p]

For what you want I suggest a larger aquarium.

Well, unfortunately you two know a thing or two about dwarf cichlids so I guess I’ll have to think about another idea.

I was hoping since it’s has a 24x17 footprint it might accommodate more.