{"product_id":"blue-peacock-cichlid-aulonocara-sp","title":"Blue Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara sp.)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Peacock Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003e(\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAulonocara sp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e is a breathtaking freshwater fish known for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelectric blue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, peaceful temperament, and active presence in African cichlid tanks. As a member of the Peacock Cichlids family, this stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblue African cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e showcases shimmering metallic hues that intensify as the fish matures — especially in dominant males. With graceful movement and a calm disposition, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblue aulonocara\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is perfect for hobbyists looking to add vibrant contrast to their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Malawi cichlid aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 to 6 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Blue Peacocks do best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55+ gallon tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with hard, alkaline water and plenty of rockwork. Their temperament is generally peaceful, especially compared to Mbuna cichlids, and they coexist well with other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enon-aggressive African cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These mouthbrooders also exhibit fascinating breeding behaviors that experienced aquarists will enjoy observing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplashy Fish tropical fish store\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Peacock Cichlids for sale \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand other Peacock Cichlids for sale are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etank-raised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with top-quality care, ensuring vibrant colors and excellent health. We offer local pickup at our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaquarium store in Virginia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or ship live fish nationwide with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Check out our full collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efreshwater fish for sale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebetta fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaquarium plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efreshwater shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esnails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, all available at unbeatable value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES THIS FISH SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant Blue Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for its radiant, electric blue tones that shimmer under aquarium lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Community Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e More peaceful than other African cichlids, making it ideal for Lake Malawi setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFascinating Breeder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eExhibits unique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emouthbrooding behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where females incubate eggs in their mouths.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Yet Peaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brings life to your tank without causing chaos — a great balance of energy and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.8 – 8.6\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e10 – 20 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong external or canister filter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to bright lighting to boost blue coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE GUIDELINES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblue peacock cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eomnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that thrives on a varied diet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, spirulina flakes, and occasional treats such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrozen bloodworms or brine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A balanced diet rich in protein and plant matter enhances both health and vibrancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Habits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e These cichlids are active, mid-level feeders. Feed them \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonce or twice daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, offering portions they can consume within 2–3 minutes. Overfeeding should be avoided, as it can cause digestive issues and reduce water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Aulonocaras are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, though less so than Mbuna species. They thrive in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecommunity African cichlid tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when housed with compatible tank mates. Males can become territorial, especially during breeding, so providing caves and rocks to establish territory is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eselectively bred variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e derived from native \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAulonocara species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLake Malawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Africa. While the electric blue coloration is enhanced through captive breeding, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAulonocara lineage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains true to the lake's natural diversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eGrows to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–6 inches (10–15 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A 55+ gallon tank is the minimum size recommended, with larger setups preferred for groups or breeding harems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee more detailed information on How to Care for Peacock Cichlids here.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Splashy Fish","offers":[{"title":"S\/1.5\"","offer_id":67869443457133,"sku":"bqv1793047558159","price":4.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SM\/1.7\"","offer_id":67869443489901,"sku":"wzp1793047558160","price":6.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M\/2\"","offer_id":67869443522669,"sku":"zfy1793047558161","price":13.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ML\/2.5\"","offer_id":67869443555437,"sku":"cmy1793047558162","price":15.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/3\"","offer_id":67869443588205,"sku":"psd1793047558163","price":21.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL\/3.5\"","offer_id":67869443620973,"sku":"ita1793047558164","price":34.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"EXL\/4\"","offer_id":67869443653741,"sku":"vjh1793047558165","price":39.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/6600\/1261\/files\/blue-peacock-cichlid-aulonocara-sp_1.jpg?v=1793047599","url":"https:\/\/pureformfit.shop\/products\/blue-peacock-cichlid-aulonocara-sp","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}