Fish Species
Sulfur Head Peacock
Aulonocara maylandi
About
The Sulfur Head Peacock, also known as Aulonocara maylandi, is a vibrant and relatively peaceful cichlid from Lake Malawi. Males display brilliant blue bodies with striking yellow to orange coloration on their heads, earning them their common name. They are popular for their beauty and generally calm temperament compared to other Mbuna cichlids.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Aulonocara maylandi
Origin Region
Lake Malawi, Africa
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
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
200L