Can Convict Cichlid Live With Pea Puffer?
Convict Cichlid and Pea Puffer CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 7.0–8.0.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (5" vs 1"). Convict Cichlid may bully or stress Pea Puffer.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Convict Cichlid (aggressive) may have issues with Pea Puffer (aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 33 gallons
| Parameter | Convict Cichlid | Pea Puffer |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7–8 |
| Max Size | 5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | All |
| Min Tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
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