Can Peacock Cichlid Live With Sparkling Gourami?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Peacock Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6, Sparkling Gourami needs 6.0–7.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Peacock Cichlid | Sparkling Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 76–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7.8–8.6 | 6–7.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 1.5" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 55 gal | 10 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Micro-carnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
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 →Sparkling Gourami
Trichopsis pumila
intermediatepeaceful10+ gal
The Sparkling Gourami (Trichopsis pumila) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 1.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Peacock Cichlid:
For Sparkling Gourami:
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