{"product_id":"malawi-cichlids-for-sale-pale-usisya-aulonocara-haplochromis-steveni-0513","title":"Pale Usisya aulonocara (Aulonocara steveni)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pale Usisya Aulonocara, scientifically known as Aulonocara steveni, is a striking Lake Malawi peacock cichlid with a calm but territorial nature that thrives in spacious hard-water cichlid setups. Available for \u003cstrong\u003emalawi cichlids for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species reaches up to 4.5cm in length and requires a tank of at least 80 litres. Endemic to Lake Malawi, the Pale Usisya Aulonocara is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a manageable peacock cichlid with rewarding mouthbrooding breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA striking peacock cichlid with metallic colours. Males display vivid blues, yellows, and oranges. Females and juveniles are more subdued. The fins are elongated and colourful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndemic to Lake Malawi, Malawi, East Africa. Inhabits sandy areas adjacent to rocky structures. Lake Malawi is famous for its hard, alkaline water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 80 litres is suitable. Use fine sand substrate, create rockscape with caves and open swimming areas. Filtration must be excellent. Maintain hard, alkaline water (pH 7.6-8.6).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.6-8.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarnivorous. Feed quality cichlid pellets designed for Malawi haps, supplemented with frozen\/live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis, krill, daphnia, and insect larvae in moderation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMales are territorial and defend small territories. Females are less territorial and often form loose groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable: other peaceful Malawi haps\/peacocks of similar size, Synodontis catfish, robust, non-aggressive bottom-dwelling catfish. Avoid small fish, highly aggressive cichlids, overly territorial mbuna in small tanks, fin-nipping species, and delicate community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide rockwork with caves and a ratio of one male to multiple females to reduce aggression and encourage natural breeding.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaternal mouthbrooder. Males display and defend small territories, and females incubate eggs and fry in the mouth for several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTropical Fish Co offers healthy Pale Usisya Aulonocara with expert guidance on peacock cichlid care. With secure packaging and reliable delivery, we make it easy to buy tropical fish online UK with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"4 - 5 cm","offer_id":57427483984207,"sku":"0513","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 - 7 cm","offer_id":57456787718479,"sku":"0514","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 - 9 cm","offer_id":57456787751247,"sku":"L513","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":57456787784015,"sku":"0515","price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/pale-usisya-aulonocara-aulonocara-steveni-4-5cm-hero-driftwood-0513.webp?v=1776548218","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/malawi-cichlids-for-sale-pale-usisya-aulonocara-haplochromis-steveni-0513","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}