HomeCompare fishGlass catfish vs Umbrella cichlid Glass catfish vs Umbrella cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.The Glass catfish grows about twice as long as the Umbrella cichlid; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 150 L (40 US gal)Side by sideGlass catfishUmbrella cichlidAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.5–7.05.0–7.0Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesGlass catfishKryptopterus bicirrhisUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii