HomeCompare fishGoldeneye cichlid vs Cockatoo cichlid Goldeneye cichlid vs Cockatoo cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Cockatoo cichlid is best kept in a species tank.Both are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideGoldeneye cichlidCockatoo cichlidAdult size7.5 cm (3 in)7.5 cm (3 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.0–8.05.0–7.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–16 dGH (89–286 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodNot suitableCare levelEasyModerateDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesGoldeneye cichlidNannacara anomalaCockatoo cichlidApistogramma cacatuoides