Red Devil Cichlid tank mates
Amphilophus labiatus
3 rated pairings from the Red Devil Cichlid care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Red Devil Cichlid needs at least 75 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Use caution
3 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Spotted Raphael Catfish
Agamyxis pectinifrons
30 gal min · 6" adult · Peaceful
Nocturnal bottom-dweller may avoid aggression but still at risk
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
30 gal min · 6" adult · Semi-aggressive
Similar size and aggression; may compete but could work in large tanks
Severum
Heros severus
55 gal min · 8" adult · Semi-aggressive
Large cichlid that may hold its own but aggression unpredictable
Also recommended alongside Red Devil Cichlid
Species whose own guides list Red Devil Cichlid as a tank mate.
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