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Midwest Aquarium and Pond Supplier LLC

(109) Dragon Blood Fire fish 3in

(109) Dragon Blood Fire fish 3in

$100.00 USD
$100.00 USD
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The Dragon Blood Firefish (Aulonocara sp. hybrid), also known as the Firefish Peacock, is a captivating freshwater hybrid cichlid known for its intense red, pink, and orange hues. It was created through selective breeding of various Aulonocara species from Lake Malawi in Africa and is not found in the wild. 

Tank and water requirements
  • Tank size: A minimum of a 55-gallon tank is recommended for a group of Dragon Blood Firefish. A 75-gallon or larger tank is ideal for dispersing territorial tendencies, especially among males.
  • Substrate: A fine, sandy substrate is best. These cichlids are bottom-sifters, and coarse gravel can cause harm to their gills.
  • Filtration: A robust filtration system is essential to handle their bioload and maintain the clean, alkaline water conditions they require.
  • Water parameters:
    • Temperature: Maintain a stable temperature between 75 and 82°F (24–28°C).
    • pH: A high pH of 7.5–8.5 is necessary to replicate their native Lake Malawi habitat.
    • Water changes: Regular partial water changes (around 25–30% bi-weekly) are essential to keep nitrate levels low and ensure pristine water quality.
  • Decorations: Aquascape with plenty of stacked rocks, caves, and crevices to create territories and hiding places, mimicking their natural environment. Be sure to leave plenty of open swimming space in the center of the tank. 

Diet and feeding
  • Omnivorous diet: Dragon Blood Firefish are omnivores that benefit from a varied diet.
  • Food types: A combination of high-quality cichlid pellets or flakes is recommended. Supplement with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms to enhance their coloration.
  • Feeding schedule: Feed small amounts once or twice daily, ensuring all food is consumed within a few minutes. 

Temperament and tank mates
  • Semi-aggressive: They are generally more peaceful than mbuna cichlids but can display territorial behavior, especially toward other males and during breeding.
  • Social dynamics: To minimize aggression, keep a ratio of at least one male to three females.
  • Tank mates: They are best kept with other similarly sized and tempered Peacock cichlids (Aulonocara species) and Haps (Haplochromine cichlids). 

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 dig a small pit in the sand for spawning. The female then picks up the eggs, and fertilization occurs as she is enticed by the egg spots on the male's anal fin.
  • Raising fry: The female will hold the eggs for about 18 to 25 days before releasing the free-swimming fry
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