HomeCompare fishGoldeneye cichlid vs Black ghost Goldeneye cichlid vs Black ghost: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Black ghost is about 7 times the length of a Goldeneye cichlid and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.Side by sideGoldeneye cichlidBlack ghostAdult size7.5 cm (3 in)50 cm (20 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGoldeneye cichlidNannacara anomalaBlack ghostApteronotus albifrons