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Can Mystery Snail and Electric Yellow Cichlid Live Together?
Compatible with caution
- Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
- Shared pH window: 7.6-8.5.
- Electric Yellow Cichlid is semi-aggressive; keep proper group sizes to spread aggression.
- Electric Yellow Cichlid may hunt Mystery Snail, especially shrimplets.
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Mystery Snail | Electric Yellow Cichlid |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 2" | 4" |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperature | 68-82°F | 75-82°F |
| pH | 7-8.5 | 7.6-8.6 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Keep at 75-82°F. Target pH 7.6-8.5.
FAQ
Can Mystery Snail and Electric Yellow Cichlid live together?
Compatible with caution. Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
What size tank do Mystery Snail 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: Mystery Snail · Electric Yellow Cichlid