Can Convict Cichlid Live With Flowerhorn?
⚠️Caution
Convict Cichlid and Flowerhorn Cichlid may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Convict Cichlid | Flowerhorn | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 75–86°F | 80–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 5.9" | 11.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 79 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Convict Cichlid + Flowerhorn
To keep Convict Cichlid and Flowerhorn together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Convict Cichlid should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Convict Cichlid
Amatitlania nigrofasciata
beginneraggressive30+ gal
The Convict Cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gray, black vertical bars coloration. Very easy to breed. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Flowerhorn
Hybrid cichlid
intermediateaggressive79+ gal
The Flowerhorn (Hybrid cichlid) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its red, orange, blue, gold (varies by strain) coloration. Man-made hybrid. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Convict Cichlid:
For Flowerhorn:
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