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Freshwater Aquarium Agressive Fish

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Question
I have a 35 gallon that I bought that came with 4 cichlids 2 to 3 inches. Can I
add the same size angle fish or would the cichlids be too agressive?

Answer
Joe,

 When adding angels to a tank it is a good idea to have either 1 or no less than 6. Your tank is not large enough to house them all. Its not recommended that you house both of these fish together. I do know that there are always exceptions to the rule where with some people it works but not for other. It really depends on the fish itself. Sometimes they get long, sometimes they don't. If you do try to house them together, it would be a good idea to have another tank up and running so that you can separate them if needed.