Ngara Peacock

Aulonocara stuartgranti 'Ngara'

Family : Cichlidae

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The Ngara Peacock is a bright blue cichlid with a yellow-orange dorsal fin. It is highly sought after for its vivid colors and peaceful nature.

Popularity
Biotope specialist
requires biotope recreation
Availability
Specialty only
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Biotope
Lake Malawi
Lac africain, eau dure alcaline, cichlidés endémiques.

Description

Males are predominantly blue with a yellow-orange dorsal fin and a blue anal fin. Females are dull gray-brown. It is a maternal mouthbrooder. It lives in rocky areas of Lake Malawi. Males are territorial but not aggressive towards other peaceful species. The blue color intensifies with age and dominance. It grows up to 13 cm.

Habitat

Region :

Clear, rocky waters of Lake Malawi

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2428 °C
pH7.58.5
GH1020 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Carnivore
Min. tank
200 L
Min. group
4
Adult size
13 cm
Lifespan
6 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation

Care notes

Water conditions identical: 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 10-20, KH 8-12. Minimum 200L tank. Carnivorous diet. Compatible with other peacocks and haps. Keep a harem. Weekly water changes. Breeding is easy if parameters are stable. Fry can be fed with baby brine shrimp.

Similar species

Espèces proches, même habitat ou même maintenance

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