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African Cichlids, Lake Malawi
Common Name:
Peacock Cichlid, Malawi Peacock
Scientific Name:
Aulonocara hansbaenschi
Description:
Peacock cichlids are a popular cichlid in the hobby, likely due to the bright colors and multiple variants. Peacocks also tend to be less aggressive than other common cichlids. They are also pretty hardy and have no specific dietary needs.
Prefer caves and crevices and become very territorial.
Prefer caves and crevices and become very territorial.
Origin:
Lake Malawi, Africa
Max Size:
6 inches
Minimum Tank Size:
55 gallons
Swim Area:
All Areas
Life Span:
5 years or more
Temperature Range (F):
75 - 82F
pH:
7.4 - 8.5
Hardness (dH):
10 - 20 dH
Diet:
Omnivore
Additional Diet Information:
Pellets, flakes, bloodworms, brine shrimp, earthworms, krill, shrimp. Peacocks are not picky eaters.
Gender Difference:
Dimorphic
Males are brighly colored; Females remain gray/silver
Breeding:
Maternal Mouthbrooder
It is best to have a ratio of 1m:3f to keep the male from bullying a single female.
Temperament/Social Behavior:
- Aggressive, Will eat smaller fish, Best if kept with similar sized fish, Territorial
Common Diseases:
Malawi Bloat
Availability:
Easily Obtained
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