Can Discus and Keyhole Cichlid live together?

Discus and Keyhole Cichlid are not compatible. 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 Keyhole Cichlid

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Keyhole Cichlid

Cleithracara maronii

Verdict:Not compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Cichlids

6″

Adult size

4.5″

75gal

Min tank

30gal

82–88°F

Temperature

72–79°F

5.5–7

6–7.5

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

Solitary

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

criticalDiscus (82–88°F) and Keyhole Cichlid (72–79°F) need different temperatures.

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