Nyassa Peacock
Aulonocara nyassae
FishFreshwater
The Nyassa Peacock reaches 14 cm. Males are silver-blue with yellow fins. Females are grey. It is a mouthbrooder. It is relatively peaceful but can be territorial during breeding. It lives in harems in rocky areas. Its diet is carnivorous. It is less colorful than other peacocks but very hardy.
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. tank250 L
Min. group3
Adult size14 cm
Lifespan7 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
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. Carnivorous diet: pellets, brine shrimp, bloodworms. Compatible with other Malawi cichlids. Avoid overly aggressive species. Provide rocks and hiding spots. Weekly water changes.