Red Side Blue Peacock Cichlid
Aulonocara sp.
Rift Lake Community
The Red Side Blue Peacock is a striking species of African cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi in Africa. They typically sport a purple/blue colouration paired with their namesake 'red side' which adds to their natural beauty. Like all African Cichlids, they come baring their signature agression however this can be tapered with the correct sex ratios and stocking densities.
Current Size – 7-8cm
Adult Length – 18cm
Temperature Range – 25 – 28°C
pH Range – 7.5 – 8.5
Special Requirements - All African Cichlids are territorial. They need space and a plenty of hiding spaces.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – Other Lake Malawi cichlids, but Mbunas should be avoided. Haplochromis species usually work quite well.
Feeding – They are omnivorous and can easily be fed in an aquarium on such live or frozen foods as: bloodworms, mosquito larvae, crustaceans, snails, and Tubifex. These fish also readily take pellets and flakes.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
