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I was wondering if it was possible to keep paracyps and cyps together in the same tank? If its possible, would they crossbreed? Will not considering keeping both species if they are likely to crossbreed.

Thanks.
Anthony

They can be kept together without risk of crossbreeding, the size of the colonies you plan on keeping will dictate the size tank needed since both species utilize the same area of the tank.
I had no issues with 15 of each in a 125 with lots of rock, both groups always had females holding. FYI I have heard many others reporting that they found their paracyps stressed by the cyps.

Thanks for the info. I will keep an eye for stress issue. Now, to decide on what paracyp I want to add to my cyps.

Thank you.
Anthony

I keep para and micros together and albino paras and pavos as well