I have never bred fish and am thinking it this would be a fun next step in the hobby for me. I have an empty 55gal and would not be completely averse to picking up a used 75 or maybe 125 (if a good deal could be had). Would love some suggestions for fish (preferably but not necessarily cichlids) I could breed. Ideally these would be fish I could sell (not for a profit) to local keepers or fish stores so no convicts. Any suggestions?
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Love all suggestions and feedback you’ve got so far. Kribs are reasonably easy, but fry take _forever_ to grow out. Bristlenose Plecos are easy, and they sell well to LFS. Guppies are easy to move and excellent beginner fish. Angelfish can be fun… but if you’re successful, you’ll need tons and tons of tank space. Rams and Apistos always sell well, but they’re very tricky to successfully spawn. Most stores will buy Yellow Labs if they’re a pure strain. As for selling at club auction, our experience has been pretty positive. Grow plants as well, and you’ll be in business!