Sunshine Peacock (Aulonocara baenschi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAulonocara baenschi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asBaenschi Peacock, Benga Peacock, Yellow Regal Peacock

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size5.5 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

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

Appearance

Males brilliant yellow with blue face and metallic blue fin highlights; females silvery-tan. Strong dichromatism.

Difficulty and care for the Sunshine Peacock

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Malawi, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful peacock; males territorial at breeding. Keep with other peacocks and non-aggressive haps; avoid pushy mbuna.

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