{"product_id":"blue-peacock-cichlid","title":"Blue Peacock Cichlid - Lake Malawi Peacock Brilliant Blue Color Semi-Aggressive African Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eBlue Peacock Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eAulonocara\u003c\/em\u003e sp.) is a stunning African cichlid prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eelectric blue coloration, streamlined body, and active personality\u003c\/strong\u003e. Native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eLake Malawi\u003c\/strong\u003e, Blue Peacocks are among the most popular African cichlids due to their vibrant color and relatively manageable temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eMales display the strongest blue hues, especially when kept in proper water conditions and fed a high-quality African cichlid diet. 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Hardy African Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eColor Intensifies with Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e💪 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eGreat Display Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e🧠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eLess Aggressive than Mbuna\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e⚙️ Care \u0026amp; Tank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eActivity Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e MediumHigh\u003cbr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~56 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7482°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.88.6\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eTank Setup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003erockwork and caves\u003c\/strong\u003e for territories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003estrong filtration and regular water changes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eBest kept with other \u003cstrong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003ePeacock or Hap cichlids of similar size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003e🐠 Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eHigh-quality African cichlid pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eColor-enhancing foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eOccasional frozen foods (brine shrimp, mysis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003eAvoid excessive fatty or terrestrial proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e🐟 Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eGood Tankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eOther Peacock cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eHaplochromis species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eSynodontis catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003eMbuna (may be too aggressive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003eSmall peaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eLong-finned or slow-moving species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003e❓ FAQ Blue Peacock Cichlid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eQ: Are Blue Peacock Cichlids aggressive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2408\"\u003eA: They are semi-aggressive but generally less aggressive than Mbuna cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003eQ: Will the blue color improve over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003eA: Yes. Males develop deeper blue coloration as they mature and establish dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eQ: Can I keep more than one male?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003eA: Yes, in larger tanks with proper spacing and a good male-to-female ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eQ: Are they good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003eA: Best for intermediate aquarists or beginners with some African cichlid knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102993440981,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/unnamed_2.jpg?v=1770473994","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/blue-peacock-cichlid","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}