Can Cherry Shrimp Live With Discus?
Cherry Shrimp and Discus are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✗ Not Compatible
No temperature overlap. Cherry Shrimp needs 65–80°F, but Discus needs 82–88°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Discus (8") may eat or bully Cherry Shrimp (1.5").
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Cherry Shrimp: bottom, Discus: middle), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Cherry Shrimp is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
- Discus is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 55 gallons
| Parameter | Cherry Shrimp | Discus |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80°F | 82–88°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 5.5–7 |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Bottom | Middle |
| Min Tank | 5 gal | 55 gal |
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