Pelvicachromis subocellatus pair in 10G?

[levine]

Is a 10gallon ok for a p.subocellatus pair?

 

[aquaticclarity]

It's going to be tough to keep the fish off each other when they start to claim territories and want to breed. Even a proven pair can get nasty to each other-especially a female with eggs or fry. There is a chance of making it work but you will need a ton of decor/shelter in the tank and some dithers/target fish would also go a long way in making it work.

 

[tjudy]

I would not try it if the pair is not already established, and even then I would be hesitant. Sometimes moving an established pair breaks the bond.

 

[levine]

Thanks guys. I was thinking of getting a Wild pair, but now just going to put some Lake Tanganyika shellies in the 10g.