Polar Blue Peacock Cichlid Care Guide
Aulonocara
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Bioload Score
8000
Semi-AggressiveModerate
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.5 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, feeding mainly on small invertebrates, crustaceans, zooplankton and algae-rich matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include similarly sized peaceful Malawi peacocks and non-aggressive Lake Malawi haps, but avoid highly aggressive mbuna and other similarly patterned males.
Good to Know
The Polar Blue Peacock Cichlid is a selectively bred Aulonocara trade variety rather than a formally recognized wild species, with its striking blue coloration maintained through aquarium breeding.
Gender Differences
Males develop vivid blue coloration and pointed fins, while females are usually smaller and duller gray, brown or silvery in appearance.
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