Hans Baensch's Peacock
Aulonocara hansbaenschi
FishFreshwater
This cichlid reaches 13 cm. Males have a blue head and an orange to reddish body. Females are dull. It is a mouthbrooder and forms harems. It is more territorial than some other peacocks. It lives in shallow rocky areas. Its diet is carnivorous. Breeding is similar to other Aulonocara.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 |
| GH | 10–20 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank250 L
Min. group3
Adult size13 cm
Lifespan6 ans
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
Care notes
Minimum 250 liter tank for a group. Parameters: 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 10-20, KH 8-12. Nitrates <20, phosphates <0.5. Varied diet: pellets, brine shrimp, krill. Compatible with other Malawi cichlids of similar size. Avoid overly aggressive species. Provide rocks and hiding spots. Regular water changes.