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Are you more interested in keeping a few bigger fish or multiple smaller ones? New world cichlids are from central and south America and tend to be larger and more territorial. 1 pair of medium-sized guys or 2 pair of a smaller species generally fills a 55. Depending on the type (more for South Americans), you can also potentially add small catfish and larger tetras. The Centrals are a bit rougher and do best with only other cichlids.
Old World cichlids (primarily from the rift lakes in east Africa) are generally more ok with cramming a bunch into a tank. They do not pair, but instead form groups or harems where you can keep 3-4 species in a tank with groups of 5+ each.
Are you interested in trying to breed fish or do you just want a nice display?
That's a lot of info, thanks!!! I want fish that are about 4 or 5 inches long and that are colorful!!
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