Can Bristlenose Pleco live with Convict Cichlid? With caution
Aggressive plus peaceful pairing — monitor for stress.
Side by side
| 🐡 Bristlenose Pleco | 🐡 Convict Cichlid | |
| Adult size | 5" | 5" |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperature | 73–81°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 6.5–8 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
How to make it work
- Aggressive plus peaceful pairing — monitor for stress.
- Provide ample swimming space, sight breaks, and matched water parameters.