Can Mystery Snail Live With Convict Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Convict Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Mystery Snail | Convict Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 64–82°F | 68–82°F | 72–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 6.5–8 | 7–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 2" | 5.9" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Mystery Snail
Pomacea bridgesii
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold, blue, purple, ivory, black (varies) coloration. Many color varieties. All surfaces.
Full care guide →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 →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Mystery Snail:
For Convict Cichlid:
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