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Festivum Cichlid
Mesonauta festivus
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Rummy-nose Tetra
Hemigrammus bleheri
Choosing between Festivum Cichlid and Rummy-nose Tetra? Both are excellent choices, but they have different care requirements and temperaments. Use the detailed comparison below to make an informed decision based on your experience level, tank size, and community goals.
Festivum Cichlid
Mesonauta festivusVS
Rummy-nose Tetra
Hemigrammus bleheriCommon Name
Festivum Cichlid
Rummy-nose Tetra
Scientific Name
Mesonauta festivus
Hemigrammus bleheri
Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Difficulty
Intermediate
Intermediate
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Peaceful
Minimum Tank
40 gallons
20 gallons
Recommended Tank
55 gallons
30 gallons
Temperature
75°F - 82°F
75°F - 82°F
pH Range
6 - 7.5
5.5 - 7
Max Size
8 inches
2.5 inches
Lifespan
8-12 years
5-8 years
Diet
High-quality pellets, Frozen foods, Vegetable matter, Live foods
High-quality micro pellets, Fine flake food, Frozen daphnia, Frozen bloodworms, Baby brine shrimp, Microworms
Festivum Cichlid
✓ Good For
Rummy-nose Tetra
✓ Good For
- Community tanks
- Schooling displays
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