Scientific Name: Aulonocara kandeense
Pronunciation: A-loo-no-car-a can-dee-ence
Trade Name(s): Blue Orchid Peacock
Distribution: Kande Island
Habitat: Rocky areas with sand.
Diet: Snails & other Invertebrates
Sexing: Males are stunning. In breeding dress they are jet black with a white/blue blaze from snout to tail. Females are very silver.
Maximum Size:
Temperature: 24 to 26c
pH: 7.5 to 9.0
Water Hardness: 300-400ppm
Availability: Available in Oz. They make for a beautiful display fish and are my favorite Peacock.
Page # Malawi Cichlids In Their Natural Habitat Vol 4: 255
Retail Value: $20 - $30 @ 4-5cm
