Can Chocolate Cichlid Live With Lemon Tetra?
Chocolate Cichlid and Lemon Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 76–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 5.5–7.5.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Chocolate Cichlid (10") may eat or bully Lemon Tetra (1.5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Chocolate Cichlid (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Lemon Tetra (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Lemon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 63 gallons
| Parameter | Chocolate Cichlid | Lemon Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Max Size | 10" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 55 gal | 15 gal |
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