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(117) Albino Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid 3in

(117) Albino Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid 3in

$80.00 USD
$80.00 USD
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The 
Albino Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid
 (Aulonocara sp. hybrid) is a man-made variant of the popular Dragon Blood Peacock, bred for its vibrant white, pink, and orange albino coloration. Like other peacocks, it originates from the rocky shores of Lake Malawi and requires specific care to thrive. 

Tank setup
  • Tank size: A minimum of a 55-gallon aquarium is recommended for a small group, but a 75-gallon or larger is ideal. The larger tank helps spread out aggression and provides more space for these active swimmers.
  • Substrate: Use a fine, sand-like substrate. Peacock cichlids are bottom-sifters and can be harmed by coarse gravel.
  • Filtration: A robust filtration system is essential to handle their bioload and maintain clean water conditions. Consider a canister filter for larger tanks.
  • Decorations: Aquascape with plenty of stacked rocks, caves, and crevices to create territories and hiding places. Provide plenty of open swimming space in the center. 

Water parameters
Like most Lake Malawi cichlids, the 
Albino Dragon Blood Peacock
 requires stable and alkaline water conditions. 
  • Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C).
  • pH: 7.5–8.5.
  • Water changes: Regular partial water changes (around 25–30% weekly) are essential to keep nitrate levels low and ensure pristine water quality. 

Diet and feeding
The 
Albino Dragon Blood Peacock
 is an omnivore and benefits from a varied diet. 
  • Food types: High-quality cichlid pellets or flakes should be the staple. Supplement with frozen foods like mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and bloodworms.
  • Feeding schedule: Feed small portions twice daily, ensuring they can consume all the food within a couple of minutes. 

Temperament and tank mates
  • Semi-aggressive: While generally less aggressive than mbuna cichlids, males can be territorial, especially toward their own kind.
  • Tank mates: They are best kept with other similarly sized and tempered Peacock cichlids and Haps. Avoid housing them with aggressive mbunas, which can bully them.
  • Social dynamics: To minimize aggression, maintain a male-to-female ratio of at least 1:3. 

Breeding
  • Maternal mouthbrooders: Like other peacocks, the female carries the fertilized eggs and fry in her mouth for protection.
  • Spawning behavior: The male will court a female, and spawning occurs after he has created a small pit in the sand
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