{"product_id":"sunshine-peacock-cichlid","title":"Sunshine Peacock Cichlid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAulonocara baenschi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sunshine Peacock Cichlid is a beautiful Lake Malawi Peacock prized for the intense yellow coloration of mature males. Adult males develop a bright yellow body contrasted by metallic blue coloration across the face, while females and juveniles are typically much more subdued. The species is also commonly sold as the Yellow Benga Peacock. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunshine Peacocks are generally less aggressive than many Mbuna, making them a good choice for a properly planned Peacock or Hap aquarium. Males can still become territorial, particularly toward competing males and during breeding.\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 1–2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–5 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77–84°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5–8.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Invertivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lake Malawi, Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e One male with multiple females when maintained as a breeding group. \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 scattered rockwork, caves, and open swimming areas. Sunshine Peacocks naturally occur around sandy areas with scattered rocks, so the aquarium should provide both shelter and open substrate. Strong filtration and stable, hard, alkaline water are recommended. \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 supplemented with appropriate frozen and prepared foods. A varied diet will help maintain good condition and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juvenile and female Sunshine Peacocks will not necessarily display the bright yellow and blue coloration seen in mature males. Coloration varies according to age, sex, genetics, dominance, and environment. Unless specifically stated otherwise, sex and exact coloration are not guaranteed. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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":52678963036440,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/sunshinepeacock3.png?v=1789387684","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/sunshine-peacock-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}