Redbelly tilapia vs Greenface aulonocara: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Redbelly tilapia is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Redbelly tilapia can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Redbelly tilapia is about 4 times the length of a Greenface aulonocara and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).
  • A pH of 7.8–8.6 suits both.

Side by side

Redbelly tilapiaGreenface aulonocara
Adult size40 cm (16 in)11 cm (4.3 in)
Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature11–36°C (52–97°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH6.0–9.07.8–8.6
Hardness5–20 dGH (89–357 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Community tankNot suitable–
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

Species profiles