Gertrude's Blue Eye

Gertrude's Blue Eye

Pseudomugil gertrudae
✗ Not Compatible
Pike Cichlid

Pike Cichlid

Crenicichla lepidota

Can Gertrude's Blue Eye Live With Pike Cichlid?

Gertrude's Blue Eye and Pike Cichlid are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Pike Cichlid (10") may eat or bully Gertrude's Blue Eye (1.5").

Temperament ✗ Not Compatible

Gertrude's Blue Eye (peaceful) is not compatible with Pike Cichlid (aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Gertrude's Blue Eye: top, Pike Cichlid: bottom), reducing conflict.

Trait Conflict ✗ Not Compatible

Pike Cichlid is a predator and may eat Gertrude's Blue Eye.

Important Notes

  • Gertrude's Blue Eye is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 55 gallons

ParameterGertrude's Blue EyePike Cichlid
Temperature73–82°F75–82°F
pH5.5–76–7.5
Max Size1.5"10"
TemperamentPeacefulAggressive
Swim LevelTopBottom
Min Tank10 gal55 gal

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