Redbelly tilapia vs Super VC-10 hap: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Super VC-10 hap can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Redbelly tilapia is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Redbelly tilapia can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Redbelly tilapia grows about twice as long as the Super VC-10 hap; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
  • A pH of 8.0–8.5 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 475 L (125 US gal)

Side by side

Redbelly tilapiaSuper VC-10 hap
Adult size40 cm (16 in)18 cm (7.1 in)
Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature11–36°C (52–97°F)23–26°C (73–79°F)
pH6.0–9.08.0–8.5
Hardness5–20 dGH (89–357 ppm)10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankNot suitableWith caution
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

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