HomeCompare fishMalawi eyebiter vs Haplochromis borleyi redfin Malawi eyebiter vs Haplochromis borleyi redfin: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Haplochromis borleyi redfin can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 8.0–8.3 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideMalawi eyebiterHaplochromis borleyi redfinAdult size25 cm (9.8 in)18 cm (7.1 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH7.5–8.38.0–8.5Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankWith caution–Care levelEasyEasyDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesMalawi eyebiterDimidiochromis compressicepsHaplochromis borleyi redfinCopadichromis borleyi