Dragon Blood Cichlid - (Aulonocara sp.)
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Dragon Blood Cichlid - (Aulonocara sp.)
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🐟 Dragon Blood Cichlid (Aulonocara sp.)
Known for its vivid red-orange coloration, the Dragon Blood Cichlid is a popular member of the peacock cichlid group from Lake Malawi. It is prized for its striking colors and active, yet relatively peaceful, behavior.
🔍 Quick Facts
- 🆔 Common Name: Dragon Blood Cichlid
- 🧬 Scientific Name: Aulonocara sp. (species vary)
- 🧬 Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
- 🌎 Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
- 📏 Max Size: Up to 15 cm (6 inches)
🕊️ Behavior & Temperament
- ⚡ Semi-aggressive but generally peaceful
- 🏠 Territorial during breeding
- 🐠 Best kept with other Malawi peacocks or similar-sized cichlids
🏡 Tank Requirements
- 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons or larger
- 🪨 Provide rocky caves and open swimming areas
- 🏖️ Sand substrate preferred
- 💨 Moderate water flow with good filtration
Water Parameters:
- 🌡️ Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
- ⚗️ pH: 7.8–8.6 (alkaline)
- 💧 Hard water preferred
📊 Overview Table
| 🏷️ Feature | 📋 Details |
|---|---|
| 🆔 Common Name | Dragon Blood Cichlid |
| 🧬 Scientific Name | Aulonocara sp. |
| 🌍 Origin | Lake Malawi, Africa |
| 📏 Max Size | Up to 15 cm (6 inches) |
| 🕊️ Temperament | Semi-aggressive, territorial |
| 🛁 Tank Size | 55 gallons or more |
| ⚗️ pH Range | 7.8–8.6 |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 76–82°F (24–28°C) |
| 🍽️ Diet | Omnivorous, high-protein flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods |
| 🐠 Ideal For | African cichlid tanks, species or mixed setups |
📝 Snippet
The Dragon Blood Cichlid (Aulonocara sp.) is a vibrant and moderately aggressive peacock cichlid from Lake Malawi. Known for its fiery coloration, it thrives in alkaline, hard water with plenty of rocky caves.
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