Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Convict Cichlid?
Convict Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Convict Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–82°F | 72–82°F | 72–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 3" | 6" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 15 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
Black skirt tetras (also sold as black widow tetras) are hardy, easy-to-care-for schooling fish with a distinctive flowing black anal fin that gives them their name. They come in natural silver-and-black and various dyed/modified versions (GloFish). The natural form is the healthiest choice. They can be mild fin nippers in small groups but are generally well-behaved community fish.
Full care guide →Convict Cichlid
Amatitlania nigrofasciata
Convict cichlids are tough, prolific Central American cichlids with distinctive black and white vertical stripes — earning them the 'convict' name. They are extremely hardy, breed readily (almost uncontrollably), and are highly aggressive for their size, especially when protecting fry. They are excellent for beginners who want to keep cichlids but should not be mixed with peaceful community fish.
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