African Peacock Cichlids
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African peacock cichlids. There are 22 species of peacock cichlid that have been described and all of them are endemic to lake malawi in eastern africa. Peacock cichlids are a part of the benthic species that reside in lower regions of the ocean. Nov 22 2020 explore south aussie cichlids s board peacock cichlids on pinterest.
Peacock cichlids are those cichlids belonging to the genus aulonocara. These are generally somewhat larger and more peaceful than the zebra mbuna cichlids. Male african peacock cichlids are particularly territorial tank mates and so it is crucial to provide them with sufficient space to prevent any issues in your tank.
Their coloring can vary from blues reds to yellows and will stand out in any aquarium. This body of water is very consistent year round when it comes to parameters and water chemistry. Many tanganyika cichlids are unique in both body shape and in habitat.
There are at least 22 different species of peacocks the majority of which have stunning coloration. Generally speaking 100 gallons of tank space is adequate for a community of six peacock cichlids. Elegant peacock aulonocara sp from 14 99.
It belongs to the astatotilapia genus. Bicolor peacock aulonocara sp from 25 99. The peacock cichlid is a stunning species of fish native to lake malawi.
Shop by clear all shopping options. Mixed peacock haplochromis 1 25 2 25 inches auloncara african cichlid live fish from 59 99 mixed peacocks 1 25 2 25 inches aulonocara african cichlid live fish. Peacock cichlids peacock cichlids are some of the most intensely colored of all the cichlid varieties.
Lake malawi is one of the african rift valley lakes the second largest and it is the ninth largest lake in the world. On average peacock cichlids can be found at a depth of 6 to 40 meters. See more ideas about cichlids african cichlids aquarium fish.
Albino dragon blood peacock cichlid aulonocara sp from 11 99.
