Moderate
Freiberg's Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara jacobfreibergi)
24–26°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 200L
£16.99
A rarer Lake Malawi peacock cichlid from the Chitande Island area. Keep Ethelwynn's Peacock in hard alkaline water with open sand and careful Aulonocara stocking.
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 ethelwynnae
Ethelwynn's Peacock Cichlid bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
A rarer Lake Malawi peacock cichlid from the Chitande Island area. Keep Ethelwynn's Peacock in hard alkaline water with open sand and careful Aulonocara stocking.
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
Ethelwynn's Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara ethelwynnae) is a rarer Lake Malawi peacock associated with the Chitande Island area. The customer-facing spelling has been corrected from older local residue so the listing matches the accepted species name and the live Shopify title.
| Scientific name | Aulonocara ethelwynnae |
|---|---|
| Adult size | About 12cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 150 litres or larger |
| Water | 24-28°C, pH 7.5-8.5, hard alkaline water |
| Diet | Cichlid pellets, small crustaceans and spirulina-rich foods |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive; best in planned Aulonocara groups |
Use open sand, rock retreats and stable Malawi water. Avoid mixing many similar Peacock males in a small aquarium, and keep locality/colour forms planned to reduce stress and accidental hybridisation.
Order with clear care guidance. Livestock is packed for a licensed live-animal courier and covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when the acclimation guidance is followed.
24–26°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 200L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 150L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 150L
22–26°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 200L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 200L
18–26°C · pH 6.5–8 · 30L
23–27°C · pH 7.4–8.4 · 500L
20–27°C · pH 6–7 · 54L
23–27°C · pH 7.4–8.4 · 150L
24–28°C · pH 6.5–7.8 · 300L
20–24°C · pH 7–8 · 45L
24–28°C · pH 6.5–7.5 · 2000L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 200L
24–28°C · pH 5.5–7 · 60L
18–25°C · pH 6–8 · 100L
24–28°C · pH 7–8 · 120L
18–28°C · pH 6.5–8 · 20L
24–27°C · pH 7.5–8.8 · 150L
22–26°C · pH 6–7.5 · 60L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 40L
24–28°C · pH 7.5–8.5 · 500L