Mbenji Peacock

Aulonocara stuartgranti 'Mbenji'

Familia : Cichlidae

PezAgua dulcePeacocks

The Mbenji Peacock is a blue cichlid with a yellow-orange dorsal fin and yellow spots on the anal fin. It is prized for its unique pattern.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Bioma
Lac africain, eau dure alcaline, cichlidés endémiques.

Descripción

Males have a blue body, a yellow-orange dorsal fin, and a blue anal fin with yellow spots. Females are brownish. It is a maternal mouthbrooder. It inhabits rocky and sandy areas. Males are moderately territorial. Coloration becomes brighter during breeding. It reaches about 14 cm.

Hábitat

Región :

Clear, rocky waters of Lake Malawi

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH7.58.5
GH1020 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Tanque mín.
200 L
Grupo mín.
4
Tamaño adulto
14 cm
Esperanza de vida
6 años
Temperamento
Peaceful
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Standard parameters: 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 10-20, KH 8-12. Minimum 200L tank. Carnivorous diet. Compatible with other peacocks and haps. Keep a harem. Regular water changes. Breeding similar to other Aulonocara. Fry are easy to raise with fine foods.

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