Malawi Peacock
Aulonocara malawi
Familia : Cichlidae
A peacock cichlid with variable colors, often blue and yellow, suitable for Malawi community aquariums.
Descripción
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.
Hábitat
Región :
Rocky and sandy areas of Lake Malawi
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Notas de cuidado
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.