Bumblebee Cichlid tank mates
Pseudotropheus crabro
5 rated pairings from the Bumblebee Cichlid care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Bumblebee Cichlid needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
3 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
Macmasteri Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma macmasteri
20 gal min · 3" adult · Semi-aggressive
Similar size and aggression; may conflict over territory
Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma cacatuoides
20 gal min · 3" adult · Semi-aggressive
Comparable aggression levels; requires careful monitoring
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
May be viewed as food; only suitable in larger tanks with dense vegetation
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