Jewel Cichlid
Jewel Cichlid is a aggressive freshwater fish that needs a tank of at least 30 gallons (114 L), water at 72-82°F (22-28°C) and a pH of 6.5-7.5.
Also searched as: jewel cichlid, hemichromis bimaculatus
Quick facts
Stunning red color when breeding. Extremely aggressive parents.
| Minimum tank | 30 gallons (114 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 72-82°F (22-28°C) |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| 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 Jewel 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.
- Goldfishmin tank 20 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 72°F is too narrow.
- Discusmin tank 50 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 82°F is too narrow.
- African Cichlids (Mbuna)min tank 55 gal
Aggressive species should not be mixed; no pH overlap (6.5-7.5 vs 7.8-8.6).
- Peacock Cichlidmin tank 55 gal
High risk of conflict between aggressive species; no pH overlap (6.5-7.5 vs 7.8-8.6).
- Tropheusmin tank 75 gal
Aggressive species should not be mixed; no pH overlap (6.5-7.5 vs 8-9).
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