> Another possibility is a pathogen that affects cichlids and not their neighbors. I've had species specific wipeouts before. A local pet shop owner told me he gets an angelfish disease in his system maybe every other year. It only kills angels, and will wipe any new fish added to the system unless he simply doesn't buy angels from anyone for 2-3 weeks. You might want to think on those lines, and in the meantime, beware of an aggressive tankmate claiming the bottom. -Gary ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the apistogramma mailing list, apisto@listbox.com. For instructions on how to subscribe or unsubscribe or get help, email apisto-request@listbox.com. Search http://altavista.digital.com for "Apistogramma Mailing List Archives"!