Maulana Bicolor Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti "Chitimba Bay" Maulana)
Maulana Bicolor Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti "Chitimba Bay" Maulana)
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
Maulana Bicolor Peacock is an Aulonocara stuartgranti form known for attractive mature-male colour blocking and long-standing hobby recognition. It suits a carefully curated show-male peacock collection.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi, Chitimba Bay trade/locality form
- Display Value: It suits a carefully curated show-male peacock collection.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Provide open swimming room, sand, modest shelter and stable Malawi water.
Keep show males in a planned all-male display only where space, density and filtration support management.
For compatible African cichlid displays, a thoughtfully planned moderately higher stocking density can help diffuse aggression, but only when aquarium footprint, filtration, oxygenation, rockwork or visual barriers, and maintenance are all sufficient.
Feeding
Feed quality African cichlid foods with moderate supplementation.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
Our show males are raised more than one year for natural mature colour; never hormone-enhanced.
Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard
All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Even where natural habitat references describe specialized water chemistry, our available fish have been held and monitored in stable local tap water; for customers, a mature aquarium, proper acclimation, suitable tankmates and consistent maintenance are more important than chasing unstable numbers.
Care Summary
- Scientific / Listing Name: Aulonocara stuartgranti "Chitimba Bay" Maulana
- Adult Size: Approximately 12–15 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Bicolor” describe in Maulana Peacock?
It refers to the characteristic contrasting colour zones displayed by mature males of this trade/locality form.
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