Peacock Cichlid – Blue

Peacock cichlids are freshwater fish, habitat in Lake Malawi, Africa. This tropical fish are popular amongst aquarists because of their lively behaviour, bright colours, shapes, size and intelligence. These hardy fish are very easy to care for and can breed successfully in captivity. To keep this fish happy, keep the water alkaline, temperature tropical and provide a varied dietWe at Coburg Aquarium stock a huge selection ofaquarium fishonline.

Features of Peacock Cichlids – Blue:

• The males are a bright yellow to metallic blue
• Males have brighter, bolder colors compared to females
• Peacock cichlids are fast swimmers and require plenty of open space in the bottom and mid-sections of the tank
• Theyre active during the day and rest during the night

The Best Aquarium Size for Cichlid:

The minimum tank size for peacock cichlids is 100L. A big tank is very necessary for a community of four to six peacock cichlids. The tank size is going to affect fish lifespan, the bigger is always the better. Peacock cichlids are active swimmers that will use all the tank space you provide. The tank should have more horizontal than vertical space.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

Peacock cichlids can peacefully share a tank with fish species that thrive in the same water conditions. Dont house peacock cichlids with aggressive fish species likebetta fish,tiger barbs, and most othercichlid species.

Great tank mates for Cichlid include:

• Plecos
• Rainbow sharks
• Red tail sharks
• Red eye tetras
• Other Peacocks

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Feeding :

A quality cichlid pellet, cichlid flakes that sinks to the bottom of the tank should be the foundation of their diet along with supplements of meat and vegetables. Live insects that sink to the bottom are also good, as are live or frozen cichlid food, brine shrimp and Daphnia, or common water fleas.

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Peacock Cichlid Fish Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Filters are preferable. These fish can take a decent current, so almost any filtration system will work.

Heater

Thesetropicalfish will need warmer water, so aheater is required. Athermometer is also recommendedto ensure the temperature is correct.

Lighting

Artificial lighting is recommended, cichlids may like a system that dims or can be customized to match their native habitat.

Plants for Cichlid

Live plants are a great idea. You should choose only hardy plants because peacock cichlids have a habit of digging and disturbing foliage.

• Cryptocoryne
• Java Moss
• Round Leaf Ludy
• Gold Pennywort
• Narrow Lugwida
• Vallisneria
• Anubias
• Double Assorted Anubias Driftwood

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Decorations for Cichlid

Silk Plants, large rocks, caves, and hollow decorations are good choices. And dont forget the driftwood, Peacock cichlids love driftwood. The more elaborate your setup, the better!

• Aqua Dekore Silk plants
• Aqua One Ornaments Collections
• Kazoo ornaments collections

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Substrate

Peacock cichlids are adapted to thrive in the tropical waters of Lake Malawi, with a sandy, rocky substrate

• Kirby Sand
• Kirby Pebbles

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