HomeCompare fishDwarf rainbowfish vs Goldeneye cichlid Dwarf rainbowfish vs Goldeneye cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 150 L (40 US gal)Side by sideDwarf rainbowfishGoldeneye cichlidAdult size5 cm (2 in)7.5 cm (3 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.5–7.56.0–8.0Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf rainbowfishMelanotaenia praecoxGoldeneye cichlidNannacara anomala