African peacock
Aulonocara nyassae
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Freshwater
Über
The African peacock (Aulonocara nyassae) is a small freshwater cichlid reaching about 8 cm in length. It is endemic to Lake Malawi in East Africa and is highly prized in the aquarium trade for the vibrant blue and yellow coloration of males.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 15-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Freshwater
Tiefenbereich
15-?m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Familie | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Arten | Aulonocara nyassae |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does African peacock get?
African peacock can grow up to 8.0 cm long.
What family does African peacock belong to?
African peacock (Aulonocara nyassae) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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