Can Assassin Snail Live With Convict Cichlid?
Assassin Snail and Convict Cichlid are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–80°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 7.0–8.0.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (5" vs 1"). Convict Cichlid may bully or stress Assassin Snail.
Temperament
✗ Not Compatible
Assassin Snail (peaceful) is not compatible with Convict Cichlid (aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Assassin Snail: bottom, Convict Cichlid: middle), reducing conflict.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons
| Parameter | Assassin Snail | Convict Cichlid |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6.5–8 |
| Max Size | 1" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Bottom | Middle |
| Min Tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
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