Tangerine Peacock Care Guide
Aulonocara baenschi
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Bioload Score
4000
- Max Size
- 13 cm / 5.1"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.5 – 8.6
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Aulonocara baenschi is an omnivore that feeds mainly on small invertebrates, crustaceans, insect larvae and other tiny organisms sifted from the substrate.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful Peacock cichlids and compatible Lake Malawi haplochromines of similar size, while highly aggressive Mbuna and fin-nipping species are best avoided.
Good to Know
The Tangerine Peacock, Aulonocara baenschi, is named after German aquarist and fish exporter Hans Baensch, with the species also being associated with Benga Island in Lake Malawi.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and develop vivid yellow-orange and blue coloration, while females remain smaller and mostly silvery brown or grey with subdued markings.
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