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Cryptoheros nigrofasciatus make good
tank mates for T. tuba
Although T. tuba thrive in strong current, this isn’t essential when keeping them in a community aquari-
um, as we can provide plenty of aeration which they will also appreciate. Some cichlids species that are
included as tank mates on the next page won’t always appreciate a strong current in the aquarium, so
this is where we may need to make compromises.
Cichlid species like Astatheros altifrons, Cryptoheros nigrofasciatus and Hypsophrys nicaraguensis ap-
peared to be quite suitable.
Remember, this is a Costa Rica inspired biotope where we can base the tank on any chosen fish, not just
Tomocichla tuba. There are many beautiful fish to choose from that will be ideal for a large rock aq-
uascaped tank featured.
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