Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Calvus Cichlid?
Black Skirt Tetra and Calvus Cichlid are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 76–82°F.
pH
✗ Not Compatible
No pH overlap. Black Skirt Tetra needs pH 6–7.5, but Calvus Cichlid needs pH 7.8–9.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (2.5" and 5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Black Skirt Tetra (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Calvus Cichlid (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Black Skirt Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 35 gallons
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Calvus Cichlid |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 76–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7.8–9 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
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