Can Peacock Cichlid live with Red Tail Shark? With caution
Preferred water chemistry differs — manageable but not ideal.
Side by side
| 🐡 Peacock Cichlid | 🦈 Red Tail Shark | |
| Adult size | 6" | 5" |
| Min tank | 55 gal | 55 gal |
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 7.6–8.6 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Aggressive |
Why
- Preferred water chemistry differs — manageable but not ideal.
- Aggressive plus semi-aggressive pairing — watch for territorial disputes.
How to make it work
- Preferred water chemistry differs — manageable but not ideal.
- Aggressive plus semi-aggressive pairing — watch for territorial disputes.
- Provide ample swimming space, sight breaks, and matched water parameters.