great article to help you get started:
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/mbuna_setup.php


> For serveral weeks I have been listening to a fellow classmate
> tell me about her Cichlids. Once I seen the wonderful Aquarium I
> decide I would like to learn more about the fish, as well as what
is
> required as far as maintence, expense, etc.
>
> I have purchased A book on Aquarium Care of Cichlids, and have
> been doing searches on the net for more information. I have learned
> that they require large aquariums, depending upon the type and
size.
> Also I have read where its also a good idea to have a quarintine
> tank for new fish. In order to keep from spreading diease to the
> already established tank of adjusted fish.
>
> I would like more information from someone with experience,
who
> can give me the daily, or weekly maintenance, need to keep my fish
> healthy, and living a long life. Can anyone possibly give me a list
> of need items for long term care of my aquarium, and beginer help?
>
> I know this was kind of long, but I never do anyhting with out
> doing the research. And its seems Dan has a good bit of knowledge
> and thats because I read his post about popey and he really blew me
> away.
>
> Kristin
>