Can Discus and Limia live together?

Discus and Limia 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 Limia

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Limia

Limia perugiae

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Livebearers

6″

Adult size

2″

75gal

Min tank

10gal

82–88°F

Temperature

72–82°F

5.5–7

7.2–8.2

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

warnDiscus and Limia only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–82°F.
warnDiscus prefers pH 5.5–7, Limia prefers 7.2–8.2 — water chemistry mismatch.

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