Can jack dempseys live with flowerhorns?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Jack dempseys and flowerhorns can share a tank, but watch one thing. Both are aggressive. It can work in a large tank with broken sight lines, or end in a fight.
What to watch
- Watch outBoth are aggressive. It can work in a large tank with broken sight lines, or end in a fight.
What works
- Both are fine at 80–86°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Jack Dempsey | Flowerhorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86 °F | 80–89 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 12.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 75 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | One per tank |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for jack dempseys
Questions
Can jack dempseys live with flowerhorns?
Yes, with care. Jack dempseys and flowerhorns can share a tank, but watch one thing. Both are aggressive. It can work in a large tank with broken sight lines, or end in a fight.
What temperature suits both jack dempseys and flowerhorns?
80–86 °F. Jack dempseys need 72–86 °F, flowerhorns need 80–89 °F.
What size tank do jack dempseys and flowerhorns need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the flowerhorn. Add space for each extra fish.