Flowerhorn Cichlid
Flowerhorn Cichlid is a aggressive freshwater fish that needs a tank of at least 70 gallons (265 L), water at 80-86°F (27-30°C) and a pH of 7-8.
Also searched as: flowerhorn, flowerhorn cichlid
Quick facts
Highly aggressive, species-only tank. Large bioload. Interactive and intelligent.
| Minimum tank | 70 gallons (265 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 80-86°F (27-30°C) |
| pH | 7-8 |
| Temperament | Aggressive |
| Swim level | Middle |
| Group size | Can be kept singly |
| Tank type | Freshwater |
Good tank mates
No other species in the database passes the temperament and water checks for Flowerhorn Cichlid. Check a specific pairing with the stocking guide at the end of this page.
Avoid with
Pairings that fail the temperament, water-overlap or known-conflict checks.
- Neon Tetramin tank 10 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 80-81°F is too narrow.
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; no temperature overlap (80-86°F vs 65-78°F).
Amano Shrimpmin tank 5 galCherry Shrimpmin tank 5 gal- Nerite Snailmin tank 5 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 80°F is too narrow.
- Assassin Snailmin tank 10 gal
High risk of conflict between aggressive species; temperature overlap 80°F is too narrow.
Check your own tank
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