Aulonocara Fort Maguire vs Flavescent peacock: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Flavescent peacock can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Aulonocara Fort Maguire can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.8 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Aulonocara Fort MaguireFlavescent peacock
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)12 cm (4.7 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature25–29°C (77–84°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH7.5–8.87.3–9.2
Hardness10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)8–22 dGH (143–393 ppm)
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore