Can Festivum Cichlid Live With Green Neon Tetra?

Festivum Cichlid and Green Neon Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 76–84°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–6.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Festivum Cichlid (6") may eat or bully Green Neon Tetra (1").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Green Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 10 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 45 gallons

ParameterFestivum CichlidGreen Neon Tetra
Temperature76–84°F75–85°F
pH6–7.54–6.5
Max Size6"1"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank40 gal10 gal

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