Can bichirs live with yellow labs?
Verdict
No
No. Bichirs and yellow labs should not share a tank. An adult bichir eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 4 inches yellow labs do.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAn adult bichir eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 4 inches yellow labs do.
- Watch outDifferent water: bichirs want pH 6.5–7.5, yellow labs want pH 7.8–8.6.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–82°F.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Bichir | Electric yellow cichlid | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7.8–8.6 |
| Adult size | 12.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 75 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | All levels |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 4+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for bichirs
Better tank mates for yellow labs
MollyYes
Mystery snailYes
Peacock cichlidYes
Boesemani rainbowfishYes
Blue gouramiYes
Firemouth cichlidYes
All electric yellow cichlid tank mates
Questions
Can bichirs live with yellow labs?
No. Bichirs and yellow labs should not share a tank. An adult bichir eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 4 inches yellow labs do.
What temperature suits both bichirs and yellow labs?
75–82 °F. Bichirs need 72–82 °F, yellow labs need 75–82 °F.
What size tank do bichirs and yellow labs need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the bichir. Add space for each extra fish.