Can Kenyi Cichlid Live With Pea Puffer?
Kenyi Cichlid and Pea Puffer CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 7.5–8.0.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (5" vs 1"). Kenyi Cichlid may bully or stress Pea Puffer.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Kenyi Cichlid (aggressive) may have issues with Pea Puffer (aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 58 gallons
| Parameter | Kenyi Cichlid | Pea Puffer |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 7–8 |
| Max Size | 5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | All |
| Min Tank | 55 gal | 5 gal |
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