Can Flowerhorn Cichlid Live With Silver Arowana?
⚠️Caution
Flowerhorn Cichlid and Silver Arowana may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 125 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Flowerhorn Cichlid | Silver Arowana | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 80–86°F | 75–82°F | 80–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 12" | 36" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 55 gal | 125 gal | 125 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | advanced | — |
Tank Requirements for Flowerhorn Cichlid + Silver Arowana
To keep Flowerhorn Cichlid and Silver Arowana together, you need at minimum a 125 gallon tank. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Flowerhorn Cichlid
Hybrid
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
The Flowerhorn Cichlid (Hybrid) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Silver Arowana
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
advancedaggressive125+ gal
The Silver Arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) is a advanced-level freshwater fish growing to 36 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 125 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Flowerhorn Cichlid:
For Silver Arowana:
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