HomeCompare fishUmbrella cichlid vs Blackbarred limia Umbrella cichlid vs Blackbarred limia: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideUmbrella cichlidBlackbarred limiaAdult size7 cm (2.8 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)–Temperature25–27°C (77–81°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH5.0–7.07.0–8.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borelliiBlackbarred limiaLimia nigrofasciata