Aulonocara Fort Maguire vs Greenface aulonocara: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Aulonocara Fort Maguire can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).
  • A pH of 7.8–8.6 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Aulonocara Fort MaguireGreenface aulonocara
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)11 cm (4.3 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature25–29°C (77–84°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH7.5–8.87.8–8.6
Hardness10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreCarnivore