Can African Cichlid Live With Clown Loach?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. African Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6, Clown Loach needs 6.0–7.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | African Cichlid | Clown Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 77–86°F | 77–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7.8–8.6 | 6–7.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 8" | 12" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 55 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Varies by species | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
African Cichlid
Various (Mbuna, Peacock, Hap)
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
African cichlids from Lakes Malawi, Tanganyika, and Victoria are among the most colorful freshwater fish. They are active, intelligent, and aggressive — requiring specific tank setups with plenty of rock formations and overstock strategies to manage aggression.
Full care guide →Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthus
intermediatepeaceful75+ gal
The Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 75 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For African Cichlid:
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