Can Festivum Cichlid Live With Wild-Type Ember Tetra?

Festivum Cichlid and Wild-Type Ember Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 76–84°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Festivum Cichlid (6") may eat or bully Wild-Type Ember Tetra (0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Wild-Type Ember Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 43 gallons

ParameterFestivum CichlidWild-Type Ember Tetra
Temperature76–84°F73–84°F
pH6–7.55.5–7
Max Size6"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank40 gal5 gal

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