Umbrella cichlid vs Uaru: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Uaru is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Uaru is about 4 times the length of a Umbrella cichlid and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 26–27°C (79–81°F).
  • A pH of 5.0–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Umbrella cichlidUaru
Adult size7 cm (2.8 in)30 cm (12 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)285 L (75 US gal)
Temperature25–27°C (77–81°F)26–30°C (79–86°F)
pH5.0–7.05.0–7.0
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveAggressive
Community tankGood–
Care levelModerateEasy
DietCarnivoreHerbivore