Can Convict Cichlid and Discus live together?

Convict Cichlid and Discus are possible with care. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Convict Cichlid vs Discus

Convict Cichlid

Amatitlania nigrofasciata

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

5″

Adult size

6″

30gal

Min tank

75gal

70–82°F

Temperature

82–88°F

6.5–8

5.5–7

aggressive

Temperament

peaceful

Solitary

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

warnConvict Cichlid and Discus only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–82°F.

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