This man-made line of Peacock can display a lot of color. Most are blue with varying amounts of red on their side and shoulders and some showing barring with yellow hints on the sides.
Adult Size: 5-6"
Temperament: Mildly aggressive. Can display conspecific aggression towards males of the same species.
Compatibility: Keep with other Peacocks and Haps of a similar size.Avoid keeping with Mbunas.
Suggested Diet: SRC Hi-Intensity color food to promote color development.
The Apache Peacock Cichlid is a favorite because of it’s bright vertical band. This fish will thrive in a community cichlid tank. The males tend to get aggressive towards other males while breeding. Provide plenty of hiding space, or separation to reduce aggression.
