Can Convict Cichlid Live With Royal Gramma?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Convict Cichlid needs 6.5–8.0, Royal Gramma needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Convict Cichlid | Royal Gramma | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 75–79°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 5.9" | 3.1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
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 →Royal Gramma
Gramma loreto
beginnerpeaceful30+ gal
The Royal Gramma (Gramma loreto) is a beginner saltwater species known for its purple (front), yellow (rear) coloration. Purple/yellow bicolor. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Convict Cichlid:
For Royal Gramma:
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