Can Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) Live With Chili Rasbora?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Peacock Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6, Chili Rasbora needs 4.0–7.0.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara) | Chili Rasbora | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 68–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7.5–8.5 | 4.5–7 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 5.9" | 0.8" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 5 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara)
Aulonocara spp.
intermediatesemi-aggressive53+ gal
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.
Full care guide →Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
intermediatepeaceful5+ gal
The Chili Rasbora (Boraras brigittae) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its red, dark stripe coloration. Tiny. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara):
For Chili Rasbora:
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