Can Celestial Pearl Danio Live With Festivum Cichlid?

Celestial Pearl Danio and Festivum Cichlid are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow temperature overlap (76–76°F). Maintaining stable temp in this range may be difficult.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Festivum Cichlid (6") may eat or bully Celestial Pearl Danio (1").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Celestial Pearl Danio is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 40 gallons

ParameterCelestial Pearl DanioFestivum Cichlid
Temperature65–76°F76–84°F
pH6.5–7.56–7.5
Max Size1"6"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal40 gal

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