Turkis Peacock (Aulonocara sp. "Turkis")
Turkis Peacock (Aulonocara sp. "Turkis")
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
Turkis Peacock is a blue/turquoise Aulonocara trade line listed conservatively pending more exact supplier identity. It provides a turquoise colour-search landing page for show-male peacock interest.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi-derived trade form
- Display Value: It provides a turquoise colour-search landing page for show-male peacock interest.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Maintain in an open sandy Malawi aquarium with stable mineral-rich water and suitable tankmates.
All-male tanks need appropriate density, space, filtration and ongoing observation.
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 peacock foods with measured supplementation.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
Show males mature naturally for over one year and receive no hormonal colour enhancement.
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 sp. "Turkis"
- Adult Size: Approximately 12–15 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the trade name retained?
Turkis is the supplier and hobby-facing name, while conservative scientific labeling avoids assigning an unsupported wild locality.
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