Nyassae Peacock

Nyassae Peacock

Aulonocara nyassae

Also known as: Emperor Cichlid

💧 Freshwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore

One of the original Peacock cichlid species in the hobby. Males display rich metallic blue coloring with darker vertical barring.

Tank Size

55 gal
minimum (75+ preferred)

Temperature

76–82°F
24–28°C

pH Range

7.5–8.5
water acidity

Max Size

6"
15.2 cm

Lifespan

8–10 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Peaceful Peacock suitable for Hap and Peacock community tanks. Avoid mixing with similar-looking Aulonocara species.

Feeding

Pellets, flakes, frozen brine shrimp, and bloodworms.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Congo Tetra 3.5" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Zebra Danio 2" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Lemon Tetra 1.5" Black Neon Tetra 1.5" Diamond Tetra 2.5" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Scissortail Rasbora 3.5"

Incompatible With

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Ember Tetra 0.8" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Green Neon Tetra 1" Red Phantom Tetra 1.5" Espei Rasbora 1.5" Phoenix Rasbora 0.8" Exclamation Point Rasbora 0.7"

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