A python will make wc on a big tank very easy. It vacuums, empties and refills the tank in the matter of minutes.
I'd go a little bigger than a 30g for cichlids. Thats just me. They are beautiful yes. But can be aggressive sometimes. Some species more than others so having lots of space, cover and territories will increase your success level.
Any hang on back filter will do the job.
I think the pythons go for about ten bucks. |