Can Blood Parrot Cichlid Live With Licorice Gourami?
Blood Parrot Cichlid and Licorice Gourami are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 76–79°F.
pH
✗ Not Compatible
No pH overlap. Blood Parrot Cichlid needs pH 6.5–7.5, but Licorice Gourami needs pH 3.5–6.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Blood Parrot Cichlid (8") may eat or bully Licorice Gourami (1.5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Blood Parrot Cichlid (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Licorice Gourami (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 33 gallons
| Parameter | Blood Parrot Cichlid | Licorice Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 3.5–6 |
| Max Size | 8" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
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