Maleri Gold Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti 'Maleri')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAulonocara stuartgranti 'Maleri'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asSunshine Maleri, Maleri Island Peacock, Yellow 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 bright yellow-gold body with a blue face; females silvery. A sunny, high-color peacock morph.

Difficulty and care for the Maleri Gold Peacock

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful Maleri Island form of stuartgranti; keep one male to several females. Avoid mixing peacock species/morphs to prevent hybridizing.

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