Can Discus and Jewel Cichlid live together?

Discus and Jewel Cichlid 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 Jewel Cichlid

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Jewel Cichlid

Hemichromis lifalili

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

6″

Adult size

4″

75gal

Min tank

30gal

82–88°F

Temperature

75–82°F

5.5–7

6.5–7.5

peaceful

Temperament

aggressive

Schooling

Solitary

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

warnDiscus and Jewel Cichlid only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–82°F.

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