Blue Orchid Peacock Care Guide
Aulonocara kandeensis
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Bioload Score
6400
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 6.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.8 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a diet of cichlid pellets, live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for African cichlid tanks with similarly sized and tempered species. Not recommended for general community tanks due to specific water requirements and potential aggression.
Good to Know
The Blue Orchid Peacock is prized for its striking blue coloration, which is reminiscent of an orchid flower.
Gender Differences
Males are more colorful, displaying vibrant blue hues, while females are more subdued in color.
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