Sunshine Peacock tank mates
Aulonocara baenschi
5 rated pairings from the Sunshine Peacock care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Sunshine Peacock needs at least 55 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
3 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small size may trigger predatory response; keep in large groups
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small and peaceful but may be harassed; requires group of 6+
Harlequin Rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Schooling fish that may trigger predatory instincts if kept in small numbers
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