Ruby Red Peacock Care Guide
Aulonocara rubescens
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Bioload Score
6400
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 6.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.5 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 283L (75 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 4 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Lake Malawi
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Other peaceful to semi-aggressive cichlids from Lake Malawi, avoiding aggressive or fin-nipping species. Provide plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas.
Good to Know
Ruby Reds are technically just selectively bred wild Aulonocara sp. 'stuartgranti maleri'. The name A. Rubescens is a fantasy name that was created from a mistranslation.
Gender Differences
Males display vibrant colors while females are less colorful.
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