HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Umbrella cichlid Clown barb vs Umbrella cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.The Clown barb grows about twice as long as the Umbrella cichlid; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideClown barbUmbrella cichlidAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.0–7.05.0–7.0Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii