Can Cardinal Tetra Live With Electric Yellow Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Cardinal Tetra needs 4.5–7.0, Electric Yellow Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Cardinal Tetra | Electric Yellow Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–81°F | 75–82°F | 75–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 4.5–7 | 7.8–8.6 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2" | 4" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
intermediatepeaceful10+ gal
Cardinal tetras look similar to neon tetras but have a red stripe that extends the entire length of their body (vs only the back half in neons). They prefer softer, more acidic water and are slightly more delicate, but their deeper coloration makes them highly sought after.
Full care guide →Electric Yellow Cichlid
Labidochromis caeruleus
intermediatesemi-aggressive30+ gal
The Electric Yellow Cichlid (Labidochromis caeruleus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 4 inches. Semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Cardinal Tetra:
For Electric Yellow Cichlid:
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