Can jack dempseys live with peacock cichlids?
Verdict
No
No. Jack dempseys and peacock cichlids should not share a tank. Jack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than peacock cichlids.
What to watch
- Deal breakerJack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than peacock cichlids.
- Watch outDifferent water: jack dempseys want pH 6.5–7.5, peacock cichlids want pH 7.8–8.6.
What works
- Both are fine at 76–82°F.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Jack Dempsey | Peacock cichlid | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86 °F | 76–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7.8–8.6 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 55 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 4+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for jack dempseys
Better tank mates for peacock cichlids
MollyYes
Electric yellow cichlidYes
Firemouth cichlidYes
Blue gouramiYes
OscarYes
Chinese algae eaterYes
All peacock cichlid tank mates
Questions
Can jack dempseys live with peacock cichlids?
No. Jack dempseys and peacock cichlids should not share a tank. Jack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than peacock cichlids.
What temperature suits both jack dempseys and peacock cichlids?
76–82 °F. Jack dempseys need 72–86 °F, peacock cichlids need 76–82 °F.
What size tank do jack dempseys and peacock cichlids need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the jack dempsey. Add space for each extra fish.