Hueser's Peacock (Aulonocara hueseri)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAulonocara hueseri

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asHueseri, Night Peacock, White Top Hueseri

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Males pale blue body with a white-edged dorsal fin and subtle barring; females plain. A more understated peacock.

Difficulty and care for the Hueser's Peacock

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful, smaller peacock; keep one male with several females. Avoid mixing Aulonocara species.

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