Flavescent Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAulonocara stuartgranti

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asStuartgranti, Ngara Flametail, Cobue Peacock, Usisya Peacock

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-82°F, pH 7.8-8.6, GH 10-20 dGH

Appearance

Males brilliantly colored, varying by locale: blue heads with orange/red flames, gold, or blue bodies; females drab silvery-brown.

Difficulty and care for the Flavescent Peacock

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Relatively peaceful peacock with many gorgeous regional morphs (Ngara, Cobue, Usisya, etc.). Keep one male with multiple females; avoid mixing Aulonocara species to prevent hybridizing.

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