HomeCompare fishUmbrella cichlid vs Flag acara Umbrella cichlid vs Flag acara: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 5.2–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideUmbrella cichlidFlag acaraAdult size7 cm (2.8 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–27°C (77–81°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH5.0–7.05.2–7.5Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGood–Care levelModerateModerateDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borelliiFlag acaraLaetacara curviceps