How many apistos in a 75 gallon tank?

[Linus_Cello]

As I mentioned in my thread introducing myself, I have 7 A. borelli that will go in to a 75 gallon tank with diamond tetras, congo tetras and leopard cactus plecos. I would like to add A. trifasciatus, and if room allows, some A. cacatuoides. How many of each apisto could I add? I'd be willing to remove 4 borelli (leave a 1m/2f trio) if I could add a third species.

 

[Mike Wise]

It really depends on many different factors: species, sex ratios, tank decor, etc. Obviously this is not a tank designed to produce fry. For breeding tanks I have a conservative rule of thumb of 1 ft./30 cm diameter area for each apisto. As a community tank, it can often be reduced depending on other factors.

 

[Linus_Cello]

At this point, the apistos are more dithers for the plecos. There's lots of driftwood and plants. I'll try to remember to post an updated pic in the next few days. In the meantime here's a pic with a few less plants.