HomeCompare fishHead-and-taillight tetra vs Umbrella cichlid Head-and-taillight tetra vs Umbrella cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideHead-and-taillight tetraUmbrella cichlidAdult size5 cm (2 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.0–8.05.0–7.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesHead-and-taillight tetraHemigrammus ocelliferUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii