Can Angelfish Live With Peacock Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Angelfish needs 6.0–7.5, Peacock Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Angelfish | Peacock Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 76–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 7.8–8.6 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 6" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
intermediatesemi-aggressive30+ gal
Freshwater angelfish are elegant, tall-bodied cichlids that are a centerpiece in many community aquariums. They come in many color varieties including silver, marble, koi, and black. While generally peaceful, they become territorial when breeding and will eat small fish like neon tetras.
Full care guide →Peacock Cichlid
Aulonocara spp.
intermediatesemi-aggressive55+ gal
The Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara spp.) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Angelfish:
For Peacock Cichlid:
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