Malawi Peacock
Aulonocara malawi
FishFreshwater
The Malawi Peacock reaches 12-14 cm. Males show blue coloration with yellow on the dorsal fin. Females are grey-brown. It is a mouthbrooder. It is less territorial than other Aulonocara. It lives in harems in rocky areas. Its diet is carnivorous. It is appreciated for its hardiness and ease of adaptation.
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
Difficulty2/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank200 L
Min. group3
Adult size13 cm
Lifespan6 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
Minimum 200 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. Carnivorous diet: pellets, brine shrimp, bloodworms. Compatible with other peaceful Malawi cichlids. Avoid aggressive mbunas. Provide rocks and sandy substrate. Regular water changes.