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I have an empty 180 gallon tank that I would like to put a pair of large cichlids in. What I'm looking for is a large and bold fish that will be out and about. I really like the look of the red terrors, will a pair fit into a tank this size? The only other tankmates might be some sort of pleco or bottom feeder if possible. Any other suggestions are welcome, this is still in the planning stages.

What does that mean, Bob? "Till the cows come home." Where have the cows been?

i rekon a pair will do fine in that tank,but i wouldnt try to even add a pleco,if you get a pair and they spawn,they will terminate a large pleco no problems,they dont bother with the plecos skin,they just rip the eyes out,battle over in mins,i would just be going for the 2 red terrors,and yes they are very active ,and bold,infact they are 1 of the best looking cichlids around,very nice fish,even nicer when in bredding dress.but once again just keep them on there own,i did have 2 very small ones in a comunity tank,but ill admit i didnt know what i was doing way back then,even if they mix,its just like a time bomb waiting to EXPLODE,and when they do go off whoo hoo,they will just dispatch tanks mates 1 after the other.but just the pair shouldnt give you any probs,