Can Festivum Cichlid Live With Phoenix Rasbora?

Festivum Cichlid and Phoenix Rasbora are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 76–79°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–6.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Festivum Cichlid (6") may eat or bully Phoenix Rasbora (0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Phoenix Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 43 gallons

ParameterFestivum CichlidPhoenix Rasbora
Temperature76–84°F72–79°F
pH6–7.54–6.5
Max Size6"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank40 gal5 gal

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