Moderate
Benga Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara baenschi)
22–26°C · pH 7.2–8.2 · 200L
£15.99
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. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Aulonocara ethelwynnae
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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. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
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.
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