Lake Malawi Species • stocking numbers for 2 species in a 75?

[jed clampett]

I'm thinking Msobo and Hara in my 75 gallon tank.
If I just stick with those two species what should I shoot for in terms of numbers?
If I go with a third species which would be compatible and make for a nice color contrast?

[DJRansome]

For 2 species 1m:9f of each.

For three species, maybe Maingano 1m:7f and then 1m:5f for the Msobo and Hara.

Another alternative could be white labs. Rusties.

[jed clampett]

So in the two species scenario probably have to start out with about 15 of each?

[DJRansome]

Or 18.

Or if that seems too much, you could get 8 unsexed juveniles and try to spawn the rest of the females. Have an extra tank or two to raise fry.

[jed clampett]

Thanks DJ. If I go with the Msobo, Hara, Maingano mix what initial stocking numbers do you recommend?

[DJRansome]

I would probably do the 18. Sometimes even with 2X the final number of females, I don't get enough.