HomeCompare fishGoldeneye cichlid vs Threespot eartheater Goldeneye cichlid vs Threespot eartheater: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Threespot eartheater grows about twice as long as the Goldeneye cichlid; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.3–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideGoldeneye cichlidThreespot eartheaterAdult size7.5 cm (3 in)17 cm (6.7 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.0–8.06.3–7.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGood–Care levelEasyModerateDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGoldeneye cichlidNannacara anomalaThreespot eartheaterSatanoperca daemon