HomeCompare fishHead-and-taillight tetra vs Goldeneye cichlid Head-and-taillight tetra vs Goldeneye cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideHead-and-taillight tetraGoldeneye cichlidAdult size5 cm (2 in)7.5 cm (3 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesHead-and-taillight tetraHemigrammus ocelliferGoldeneye cichlidNannacara anomala