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Can Black Skirt Tetra and Electric Yellow Cichlid Live Together?
Compatible with caution
- Shared temperature window: 75-80°F.
- pH preferences barely overlap (Black Skirt Tetra: 6-7.5 vs Electric Yellow Cichlid: 7.6-8.6).
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Electric Yellow Cichlid |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 2.5" | 4" |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperature | 70-80°F | 75-82°F |
| pH | 6-7.5 | 7.6-8.6 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Keep at 75-80°F.
FAQ
Can Black Skirt Tetra and Electric Yellow Cichlid live together?
Compatible with caution. Shared temperature window: 75-80°F.
What size tank do Black Skirt Tetra and Electric Yellow Cichlid need together?
Plan for at least 40 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.
See full care guides: Black Skirt Tetra · Electric Yellow Cichlid