Can Goldfish Live With Peacock Cichlid?

Goldfish

Goldfish

Peacock Cichlid

Peacock Cichlid

Incompatible

Compatibility Score: 10/100

The Verdict

Temperature requirements don't overlap well (Goldfish: 65-75°F, Peacock Cichlid: 76-82°F)

Goldfish prefer cold water (65-75°F) while Peacock Cichlid needs tropical temperatures

Tips for Success

  • Minimum recommended tank size: 55 gallons

Side-by-Side Comparison

AttributeGoldfishPeacock Cichlid
Adult Size
12"6"
Temperature
65-75°F76-82°F
pH Range
7-8.47.8-8.6
Min Tank Size
20G55G
Temperamentpeacefulsemi-aggressive
Swim Levelallmiddle
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Recommended Tank Size

55+ gallons

Minimum for keeping these fish together

Also Compatible With Goldfish

Neon TetraGuppyCorydoras CatfishCommon Pleco

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