Can Firemouth Cichlid Live With Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk)?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Firemouth Cichlid needs 6.5–8.0, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Firemouth Cichlid | Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–86°F | 75–81°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6.7" | 2.4" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 20 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
intermediatesemi-aggressive53+ gal
The Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its gray-blue, red throat/belly coloration. Red throat display when threatened. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk)
Lysmata amboinensis
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) (Lysmata amboinensis) is a beginner saltwater species known for its red-orange, white dorsal stripe, white antennae coloration. Cleans parasites off fish. Surfaces.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Firemouth Cichlid:
For Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk):
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