HomeCompare fishNkhomo-benga peacock vs Blue orchid aulonocara Nkhomo-benga peacock vs Blue orchid aulonocara: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Nkhomo-benga peacock can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 22–28°C (72–82°F).A pH of 7.5–8.2 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideNkhomo-benga peacockBlue orchid aulonocaraAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)10 cm (3.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)pH7.2–8.27.5–8.3Hardness10–30 dGH (178–535 ppm)–TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesNkhomo-benga peacockAulonocara baenschiBlue orchid aulonocaraAulonocara maylandi kandeensis