Can Pike Cichlid Live With Spotted Blue Eye?

Pike Cichlid and Spotted Blue Eye are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–80°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

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

Temperament ✗ Not Compatible

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

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

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

Trait Conflict ✗ Not Compatible

Pike Cichlid is a predator and may eat Spotted Blue Eye.

Important Notes

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

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 60 gallons

ParameterPike CichlidSpotted Blue Eye
Temperature75–82°F72–80°F
pH6–7.56–7.5
Max Size10"1.5"
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Swim LevelBottomTop
Min Tank55 gal10 gal

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