Peacock Cichlid tank mates
Aulonocara spp.
5 rated pairings from the Peacock Cichlid care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Peacock Cichlid needs at least 55 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
1 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Lemon Cichlid
Neolamprologus leleupi
30 gal min · 4" adult · Semi-aggressive
Compatible Malawi species with similar temperament and water requirements
Sterbai Corydoras
Corydoras sterbai
20 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful catfish that occupies bottom zone and prefers similar warm water conditions
Julii Cichlid
Julidochromis transcriptus
30 gal min · 3" adult · Semi-aggressive
Smaller Malawi cichlid with compatible temperament and dietary needs
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Also recommended alongside Peacock Cichlid
Species whose own guides list Peacock Cichlid as a tank mate.
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