Would this work?

[olson78]

I have a 90 gallon with a current stocking of:

2 Angels
3 Festivums
1 Snakeskin Gourami
3 Thicklip Gouramis
3 Clown Loaches
5 or 6 cories

I was thinking of adding a pair of firemouth cichlids.  Would there be enough room for them in this tank, or would the territories be too small?

[Toss]

as long as the firemouths don't breed. If they do, they will take over at least half the tank during laying the eggs and 3/4 plus possible killing a few gouramies when they raise their fry. my two cents

[olson78]

Do firemouths do well on their own?  Would 2 males or 2 females work without fighting?

[BigDaddy]

I've seen firemouths in species only tanks... same layout as any other cichlid tank, just ensure there are territory markers around and places for fish to duck and cover when needed.

I wouldn't put the firemouths in the 90 though... agree with Toss.  When they breed, they will make your community tank a bit of a terror

[olson78]

Thanks for the advice!  I won't be going for a pair.  I've heard that they are gentle fish when not breeding.  Would adding a single firemouth be a good plan, or do they require others of their species?