Angelfish vs Convict Cichlid
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Angelfish | Convict Cichlid | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 6 inches | 4-5 inches |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years | 8-10 years |
| Min tank size | 29 gallons | 30 gallons |
| Water temp | 76-82°F | 76-82°F |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 | 6.5-8.0 |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | aggressive, especially during breeding |
| Tank mates | Larger tetras, corydoras, gouramis; avoid fin-nippers and small shrimp. | Avoid small fish; best with robust cichlids or alone in species tank. |
| Diet | Omnivorous: high-quality flake or pellet, supplemented with frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and vegetable matter once or twice daily. | Omnivorous; feed high-quality cichlid pellets or flakes daily, supplemented with frozen or live foods like brine shrimp or bloodworms. |