Family: | CICHLIDAE |
Species: |
Aulonocara saulosi |
Common Name: |
Green Face Peacock |
Size: | 3.5″ to 4.3″(9 -11cm ) |
Habitat: | AFRICA: Endemic to Lake Malawi. Occurs in the eastern shore south of Mozambique border near Masinje. |
Min Tank Size: | 55 gallon or larger. |
Diet: | Carnivore, in nature they feed on sand-dwelling invertebrates. |
Behavior: | Peaceful. |
Water: | 72 – 78°F (22-26°C); pH: 7.8 – 8.6 ; Water Hardness: Hard |
Care: | Easy. Should not be kept with territorial or Aggresive tankmates like mbuna. |
Communities: | Ok with other peacock species. |
Suitability: | Good for all |
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