Can Tiger Barb Live With Convict Cichlid?
Tiger Barb and Convict Cichlid may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Tiger Barb | Convict Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 68–82°F | 74–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 2.8" | 5.9" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Tiger Barb + Convict Cichlid
To keep Tiger Barb and Convict Cichlid together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Tiger Barb should be kept in a school of 8+. Convict Cichlid should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
The Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona) is a beginner freshwater species known for its orange-gold, black stripes coloration. Keep in groups of 6+. Mid.
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Amatitlania nigrofasciata
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.
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