Can Peacock Cichlid Live With Synodontis Catfish?
✅Compatible
Peacock Cichlid and Synodontis Catfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 76–82°F.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Peacock Cichlid | Synodontis Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 75–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7.8–8.6 | 7.5–8.5 | 7.8–8.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 55 gal | 30 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Peacock Cichlid + Synodontis Catfish
To keep Peacock Cichlid and Synodontis Catfish together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Peacock Cichlid
Aulonocara spp.
intermediatesemi-aggressive55+ gal
The Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara spp.) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Synodontis Catfish
Synodontis multipunctatus
intermediatepeaceful30+ gal
The Synodontis Catfish (Synodontis multipunctatus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 8 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Peacock Cichlid:
For Synodontis Catfish:
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