Daffodil Cichlid tank mates
Neolamprologus pulcher
4 rated pairings from the Daffodil Cichlid care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Daffodil Cichlid needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
1 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
2 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small schooling fish that may trigger predatory response; only suitable in larger tanks with plenty of cover
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that can work in established tanks with adequate space and hiding spots
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.