Can Jack Dempsey Live With Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk)?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Jack Dempsey Cichlid needs 6.5–8.0, Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Jack Dempsey | Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86°F | 75–81°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 9.8" | 2.4" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 20 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Jack Dempsey
Rocio octofasciata
intermediateaggressive53+ gal
The Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its dark brown-purple, blue-green spots coloration. Named after the boxer. 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 Jack Dempsey:
For Cleaner Shrimp (Skunk):
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