Can Discus and Tapajos Red Head live together?

Discus and Tapajos Red Head 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

Discus vs Tapajos Red Head

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Tapajos Red Head

Geophagus sp. Tapajos

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

6″

Adult size

6″

75gal

Min tank

75gal

82–88°F

Temperature

78–84°F

5.5–7

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

mid

Water level

bottom

Compatibility notes

warnDiscus and Tapajos Red Head only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–84°F.

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