Can Keyhole Cichlid Live With Phoenix Rasbora?
Keyhole Cichlid and Phoenix Rasbora CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–79°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.0–6.5.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (4" vs 0.8"). Keyhole Cichlid may bully or stress Phoenix Rasbora.
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: 23 gallons
| Parameter | Keyhole Cichlid | Phoenix Rasbora |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 4–6.5 |
| Max Size | 4" | 0.8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
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