Moderate
Benga Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara baenschi)
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 150L
£13.99
A Kande Island Peacock Cichlid, Aulonocara kandeense, for Lake Malawi aquariums with open sand, rock structure and hard alkaline water.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Aulonocara kandeense
Kande Island Peacock Cichlid bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
A Kande Island Peacock Cichlid, Aulonocara kandeense, for Lake Malawi aquariums with open sand, rock structure and hard alkaline water.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cichlids are one of the most diverse fish families in the hobby. From tiny apistogrammas to massive oscars, this guide covers the basics of keeping them well.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Kande Island Peacock Cichlid is a Lake Malawi peacock cichlid with the care anchor Aulonocara kandeense. It suits aquarists who can provide hard, alkaline water, open sand, rock structure and carefully chosen Malawi tank mates.
This is not an mbuna-style rock fighter. It is still a cichlid, so males can be territorial, but the best display comes from space, stable water and a calm Malawi community plan.
Keep in a mature Malawi aquarium with strong filtration, open swimming space and rockwork that breaks lines of sight. Feed quality Malawi cichlid pellets with small invertebrate-based frozen foods and spirulina support.
Livestock orders are packed for temperature stability and sent by licensed live-animal courier with our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Best companions are suitably sized Aulonocara, calmer haps and Synodontis catfish in a properly sized aquarium. Avoid cramped mbuna mixes, tiny community fish and soft acidic setups.
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