Can Polar Blue Parrot Cichlid live with Cherry Shrimp?

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 Polar Blue Parrot Cichlid and Cherry Shrimp for 2 specific conflict codes. Plan for at least 30 gallons.

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No, avoid this pairing

Data confidence: high

shrimp_riskPolar Blue Parrot Cichlid may ignore some small fish while juvenile, but adult long-term planning should avoid cherry shrimp as a default pairing because small tankmates and shrimp can be harassed or eaten.
aggression_riskPolar Blue Parrot Cichlid may ignore some small fish while juvenile, but adult long-term planning should avoid cherry shrimp as a default pairing because small tankmates and shrimp can be harassed or eaten.
warningProtect invertebrates from predatory fish and unstable new tanks.

Verified sources: Convict cichlid overview | Blood parrot cichlid overview

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Observed photo context

Observed aquarium photo examples

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