Goldeneye cichlid vs Ram cichlid: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 27°C (81°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

Goldeneye cichlidRam cichlid
Adult size7.5 cm (3 in)7.5 cm (3 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)27–30°C (81–86°F)
pH6.0–8.05.0–6.5
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGood–
Care levelEasyModerate
DietCarnivoreCarnivore