{"product_id":"blue-peacock-cichlid","title":"Blue Peacock Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAulonocara nyassae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Peacock Cichlid is a colorful African cichlid from Lake Malawi prized for the brilliant blue coloration that develops as the fish matures. Mature males typically develop the strongest metallic blue coloration, while females and juveniles are generally much more subdued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Peacock Cichlids, Blue Peacocks are generally less aggressive than many Mbuna, although males can still become territorial, particularly around other males or during breeding. They are best kept in a spacious Lake Malawi aquarium with compatible Peacocks and other appropriately selected African cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5–8.8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–25 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese parameters line up well with established \u003cem\u003eAulonocara\u003c\/em\u003e husbandry; closely related Peacock species are documented around 5 inches, 73–84°F, pH 7.5–9.0 and 10–25 dGH. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a fine sand substrate with rockwork and caves while leaving plenty of open swimming space. Strong filtration and stable, hard, alkaline water are important. Blue Peacocks are generally best housed with other Peacocks and compatible Haps rather than extremely aggressive Mbuna. Fine sand is particularly useful because \u003cem\u003eAulonocara\u003c\/em\u003e naturally search the substrate for food. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a high-quality African cichlid pellet as the staple diet along with appropriately sized frozen or prepared foods. Peacocks naturally search the substrate for small food items and should receive a varied diet rather than the heavily plant-based diet typically recommended for algae-grazing Mbuna. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Peacock Cichlids can vary in size, coloration, markings, and sex. Juveniles and females may appear gray or muted compared with mature males, and coloration can continue developing with age. Unless specifically stated otherwise, sex and exact coloration are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52677723980056,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/bluepeacock1.png?v=1789358955","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/blue-peacock-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}