{"product_id":"strawberry-peacock-cichlid-aulonocara-hybrid","title":"Strawberry Peacock Cichlid (Red Eyes) - Aulonocara Hybrid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eThe Strawberry Peacock Cichlid is a stunning and popular hybrid variant of the Aulonocara (Peacock Cichlid) group from Lake Malawi. True to its name, this fish often displays vibrant red, orange, and sometimes violet hues across the head, body, and fins, with iridescent blue or gold highlights that shimmer under aquarium lighting. Each individual can vary in pattern and intensity, giving your tank a dynamic focal fish with personality and bold coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eThis species is considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"562\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e—peacocks are generally less aggressive than many other Malawi cichlids, but they still require proper water conditions, plenty of swimming space, and thoughtful tankmates. They are best kept in \u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"811\"\u003especies-specific or Malawi cichlid community tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e with compatible companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 75 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"943\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.8–8.6 (strongly alkaline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately hard to hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive (typical of Lake Malawi cichlids)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — high-quality cichlid pellets, frozen foods, occasional live foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eStrawberry Peacocks get along well with other Peacock cichlids and similarly sized, evenly tempered Malawi species. Avoid pairing them with overly aggressive Mbuna varieties or very delicate small fish, as Peacocks are active and may stress smaller tankmates. Proper aquascaping with rocks and caves helps diffuse aggression and offers territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1694\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1694\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eAn eye-catching, colorful Peacock cichlid hybrid with radiant red and orange tones—ideal for adult African cichlid aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"4\" Male","offer_id":48240180953310,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/strawberry-peacock-cichlid-aulonocara-hybrid","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}