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nberg96
02-21-2009, 05:19 AM
I am thinking about getting the umbrella cichlid. I was just wondering about decorations, can some people post their dwarf cichlid setup? I was also wondering on pots as decoratins and hide-outs?

Sharpfish
02-21-2009, 07:17 AM
Apistogramma borelli (the umbrella cichlid) is a great looking Apisto.. What color variant are you looking at? Depending on how many you are getting and the tank size will dictate the decor and set up. I would provide at least one cave, pot, or hiding place per fish. Add some rock work or driftwood and some live plants and you can basically go with that.

apistobob
02-21-2009, 09:39 AM
You can find some of my thoughts about setting up for dwarf cichlids at www.dwarfcichlid.com/Good_habitat.php

Bob

Gillie
02-21-2009, 11:34 AM
I like to use 4 inch sections of 1 inch pvc that I cover them with silicone and roll in sand to match the tank substrate.

nberg96
02-21-2009, 02:42 PM
Thats just what i wanted to here thanks.