Can Cardinal Tetra live with Electric Yellow Cichlid? With caution
Preferred water chemistry differs — manageable but not ideal.
Side by side
| 🐟 Cardinal Tetra | 🐡 Electric Yellow Cichlid | |
| Adult size | 2" | 4" |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperature | 73–81°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 4.5–6.5 | 7.6–8.6 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
How to make it work
- Preferred water chemistry differs — manageable but not ideal.
- Provide ample swimming space, sight breaks, and matched water parameters.