Sunshine Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara baenschi)
Bring the stunning beauty of Lake Malawi into your aquarium with a premium 5+ inch adult male Sunshine Peacock Cichlid. Known for its brilliant golden-yellow coloration, electric blue facial highlights, and peaceful Peacock personality, Aulonocara baenschi is one of the most desirable African cichlids in the hobby.
Unlike smaller juvenile fish commonly available, this listing is for a large 5+ inch mature adult male that is already displaying exceptional coloration and impressive finnage. This fish is an outstanding centerpiece for any African cichlid aquarium.
Why Choose DSS Aquatics?
- Premium 5+ inch adult male
- Vibrant golden-yellow display coloration
- Healthy, active, and feeding aggressively
- Carefully selected before shipment
- Professionally packed with insulation and oxygen
- Outstanding display fish for Lake Malawi aquariums
- Combat Veteran-Owned small business committed to exceptional livestock and customer service
Fish Information
Common Name: Sunshine Peacock
Scientific Name: Aulonocara baenschi
Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa
Approximate Size: 5+ inches
Gender: Male
Temperament: Peaceful to Semi-Aggressive
Care Level: Intermediate
Adult Size: 5–6 inches
Minimum Aquarium Size: 75 gallons
Temperature: 76–82°F
pH: 7.8–8.6
Water Hardness: Moderate to Hard
Diet: Premium cichlid pellets, spirulina-based foods, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, krill, and other high-quality frozen foods.
Care Requirements
Sunshine Peacocks thrive in clean, well-filtered aquariums with stable Lake Malawi water conditions. Provide rockwork for security while maintaining open swimming areas that allow males to display their full coloration.
They are excellent community fish for properly stocked Peacock and Hap aquariums and generally exhibit a calmer temperament than many Mbuna species.
Coloration
Adult males develop brilliant golden-yellow bodies accented by shimmering blue around the face and gill plates. Proper nutrition, excellent water quality, and a stable social hierarchy help maintain their spectacular coloration year-round.
Quality & Health
Every Sunshine Peacock is individually inspected before shipment to ensure excellent health, strong body condition, and active feeding behavior.
Because these are live animals, natural variations in coloration, pattern, and finnage should be expected. Fish may temporarily appear lighter after shipping but typically regain full coloration after acclimation.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Your fish will be professionally packed using insulated packaging and oxygen to maximize safe arrival.
In the unlikely event of a DOA, DSS Aquatics must be notified within one (1) hour of the recorded delivery time.
Please provide:
- Photos of the unopened shipping bag
- Photos of the shipping label
- Photos of the fish
Approved claims may be resolved through a replacement, store credit, or refund at the sole discretion of DSS Aquatics.
Because these are live animals, no returns are accepted.
Shipping Information
- Live Fish Flat-Rate Shipping: $39.99
- FREE Live Fish Shipping on Orders Over $250
- Professionally packed with insulation and oxygen
- Shipped via expedited 2–3 day service
- Someone should be available to receive the shipment on the first delivery attempt
- Shipping may be delayed during extreme weather to protect livestock.
Helpful Resources
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Authoritative External Resources
- FishBase – Aulonocara baenschi
https://www.fishbase.se - Cichlid Forum – Peacock Cichlid Information
https://www.cichlid-forum.com
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