HomeCompare fishEmperor cichlid vs Flavescent peacock Emperor cichlid vs Flavescent peacock: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Flavescent peacock can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 7.8–8.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideEmperor cichlidFlavescent peacockAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature25–26°C (77–79°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)pH7.8–8.57.3–9.2Hardness10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)8–22 dGH (143–393 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesEmperor cichlidAulonocara nyassaeFlavescent peacockAulonocara stuartgranti