Goldeneye cichlid vs Uaru: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Uaru is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Uaru is about 4 times the length of a Goldeneye cichlid and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 26–27°C (79–81°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Goldeneye cichlidUaru
Adult size7.5 cm (3 in)30 cm (12 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)285 L (75 US gal)
Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)26–30°C (79–86°F)
pH6.0–8.05.0–7.0
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulAggressive
Community tankGood–
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreHerbivore