Spindle hap vs Aulonocara Fort Maguire: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Aulonocara Fort Maguire can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Spindle hap is aggressive towards other fish.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Spindle hapAulonocara Fort Maguire
Adult size14 cm (5.5 in)15 cm (5.9 in)
Minimum tank285 L (75 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)
pH7.5–8.07.5–8.8
Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)
TemperamentAggressiveSemi-aggressive
Care level–Easy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore