Can Clownfish Live With Red Empress Cichlid?

Clownfish

Clownfish

Red Empress Cichlid

Red Empress Cichlid

Incompatible

Compatibility Score: 0/100

The Verdict

Clownfish is a saltwater fish while Red Empress Cichlid is freshwater

They require completely different water chemistry

Tips for Success

  • Never mix freshwater and saltwater fish

Side-by-Side Comparison

AttributeClownfishRed Empress Cichlid
Adult Size
4"5"
Temperature
74-82°F76-82°F
pH Range
8-8.47.8-8.6
Min Tank Size
20G55G
Temperamentsemi-aggressivesemi-aggressive
Swim Levelmiddlemiddle
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Recommended Tank Size

0+ gallons

Minimum for keeping these fish together

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