HomeCompare fishDwarf botia vs Umbrella cichlid Dwarf botia vs Umbrella cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.5–6.9 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)Side by sideDwarf botiaUmbrella cichlidAdult size5 cm (2 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.5–6.95.0–7.0Hardness1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateModerateDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf botiaYasuhikotakia sidthimunkiUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii