Can Discus and Twig Catfish live together?

Discus and Twig Catfish 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 Twig Catfish

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Twig Catfish

Farlowella acus

Verdict:Not compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Algae Eaters

6″

Adult size

7″

75gal

Min tank

30gal

82–88°F

Temperature

75–79°F

5.5–7

6–7.5

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

Solitary

mid

Water level

bottom

Compatibility notes

criticalDiscus (82–88°F) and Twig Catfish (75–79°F) need different temperatures.

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