HomeCompare fishUmbrella cichlid vs Black sharkminnow Umbrella cichlid vs Black sharkminnow: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.An adult Black sharkminnow is about 13 times the length of a Umbrella cichlid and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideUmbrella cichlidBlack sharkminnowAdult size7 cm (2.8 in)90 cm (35 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)Temperature25–27°C (77–81°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH5.0–7.06.5–7.5Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–15 dGH (36–268 ppm)TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borelliiBlack sharkminnowLabeo chrysophekadion