Can Auratus Cichlid live with Electric Blue Acara?

Troubleshooting community setups: see the compatibility result using temperature, pH, GH/KH, adult size, behavior, schooling needs, and predator/prey rules.

Quick Summary: No, this pairing should usually be avoided. We evaluated Auratus Cichlid and Electric Blue Acara for 3 specific conflict codes. Plan for at least 55 gallons.

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No, avoid this pairing

Data confidence: high

aggression_riskAggression or territorial behavior needs extra space, cover, and careful observation.
biotope_mismatchMalawi mbuna need hard alkaline Lake Malawi-style housing and should not be mixed with New World cichlids, goldfish, puffers, or general community fish.
ph_range_conflictAggression or territorial behavior needs extra space, cover, and careful observation.

Verified sources: Mbuna overview | Labidochromis caeruleus overview

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Observed photo context

Observed aquarium photo examples

These photos show observed aquarium setups for the selected species. They are useful context, but they do not change the compatibility result or replace tank-size, temperament, group-size, and water-parameter checks.

Auratus cichlid near an electric yellow cichlid.

Water parameter comparison

Auratus Cichlid temperature72-80F

Electric Blue Acara temperature72-82F

Auratus Cichlid pH7.5-8.6

Electric Blue Acara pH6.5-8

Auratus Cichlid GH10-20 dGH

Electric Blue Acara GH4-18 dGH

Minimum tank55 gal

Last updated2026-06-11

Confidence: high. Aggression, predator/prey, shrimp risk, schooling, and tank size rules are evaluated from curated freshwater attributes.

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Can Auratus Cichlid live with Electric Blue Acara?

No, avoid this pairing

Observed aquarium photo examples

Water parameter comparison

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