HomeCompare fishDwarf rainbowfish vs Umbrella cichlid Dwarf rainbowfish 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 6.5–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 150 L (40 US gal)Side by sideDwarf rainbowfishUmbrella cichlidAdult size5 cm (2 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.5–7.55.0–7.0Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf rainbowfishMelanotaenia praecoxUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii