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Can Nerite Snail and Electric Yellow Cichlid Live Together?
Not recommended
- Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
- Shared pH window: 7.6-8.5.
- Electric Yellow Cichlid is large enough to eat Nerite Snail — high predation risk.
- Electric Yellow Cichlid may hunt Nerite Snail, especially shrimplets.
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | Electric Yellow Cichlid |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 1" | 4" |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperature | 65-82°F | 75-82°F |
| pH | 7-8.5 | 7.6-8.6 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Keep at 75-82°F. Target pH 7.6-8.5.
FAQ
Can Nerite Snail and Electric Yellow Cichlid live together?
Not recommended. Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
What size tank do Nerite 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: Nerite Snail · Electric Yellow Cichlid