Can Festivum Cichlid Live With Red Eye Tetra?

Festivum Cichlid and Red Eye Tetra are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 76–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (6" and 2.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Red Eye Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 50 gallons

ParameterFestivum CichlidRed Eye Tetra
Temperature76–84°F72–82°F
pH6–7.55.5–8.5
Max Size6"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank40 gal20 gal

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