Can Firemouth Cichlid Live With Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara)?
Firemouth Cichlid and Peacock Cichlid may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Firemouth Cichlid | Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–86°F | 75–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 7.5–8.5 | 7.8–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6.7" | 5.9" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 53 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Firemouth Cichlid + Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara)
To keep Firemouth Cichlid and Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Firemouth Cichlid should be kept in a school of 6+. Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) should be kept in a school of 1+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
The Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its gray-blue, red throat/belly coloration. Red throat display when threatened. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara)
Aulonocara spp.
The Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) (Aulonocara spp.) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its blue, yellow, orange (varies by species) coloration. Many colorful species. Mid to Bottom.
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