Can Rummy Nose Tetra Live With Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid?

Rummy Nose Tetra and Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–78°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.5–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 2.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Rummy Nose Tetra: middle, Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Rummy Nose Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterRummy Nose TetraUmbrella Dwarf Cichlid
Temperature74–82°F68–78°F
pH5.5–75.5–7.5
Max Size2"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleBottom
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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