Stuartgranti peacock
Aulonocara stuartgranti
Aulonocara stuartgranti, commonly known as Stuartgranti peacock, is a cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi. Males display a brilliant coloration combining metallic blue, golden yellow, and sometimes orange-red, while females are duller, gray-brown. This fish reaches a size of 12-15 cm. It inhabits rocky areas where it feeds on small invertebrates and plankton. In the aquarium, it requires hard, alkaline water typical of the African rift lakes.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 7.8–8.6 |
| GH | 10–20 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 40 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 1 |
Care
Care notes
Maintain hard water (GH 10-20, KH 8-12) with a pH of 7.8-8.6 and temperature 24-28°C. A tank of at least 200 liters is recommended with rocks and hiding places. Perform 20-30% weekly water changes. Feed with African cichlid pellets, supplemented with brine shrimp or bloodworms. Avoid overly aggressive tankmates.