Fish Species
Safran Peacock
Aulonocara sp. "Safran"
About
The Aulonocara sp. "Safran" (Safran Peacock) is a line-bred Lake Malawi peacock cichlid, featuring vibrant yellow to pink/orange coloration in males. These semi-aggressive fish grow to about 6 inches and require hard water, high pH, and a 55+ gallon tank with sand and rocks, thriving on varied diets.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Aulonocara sp. "Safran"
Origin Region
Captive-bred Aulonocara line derived from Lake Malawi stock
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
15 cm | 5.9 in
Water Requirements
Lake MalawiTemperature
24–28°C
pH
7.8–8.6
GH Hardness
10–20dGH
KH Alkalinity
10–15dKH
Min Tank Size
120L
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