Ngara Flametail Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti "Ngara")

Ngara Flametail Peacock (Aulonocara stuartgranti "Ngara")

Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.

The Ngara Flametail Peacock is a spectacular Lake Malawi peacock cichlid recognized for mature male contrast between blue-toned front colour and warm flame-like tail coloration. It is an ideal display fish for aquarists building a refined peacock or hap aquarium.

Why This Cichlid Stands Out

• Distinct blue-and-warm flametail mature male appearance
• Popular Malawi peacock with strong show-tank appeal
• Generally less combative than many mbuna when correctly matched

Aquarium Setup & Behaviour

Provide sand, open swimming areas and limited rock shelter in a spacious Malawi aquarium with stable hard water and well-selected peacock or hap companions.

Adult males may display territory or breeding aggression, so keep with similarly suitable African cichlids in adequate space.

Feeding

Feed quality cichlid foods with balanced protein and supplemental foods; avoid excessive rich feeding and maintain excellent water quality.

Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity

Its striking mature male colour is natural expression, not hormone-enhanced colour. Topick Aquarium does not use hormones to artificially boost appearance.

Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard

All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Although this species may originate from water with different natural parameters, we prioritize stable aquarium systems, gradual acclimation, species-appropriate diet, and healthy long-term condition before fish become available to customers.

Care Summary

• Scientific Name: Aulonocara stuartgranti "Ngara"
• Origin: Lake Malawi
• Adult Size: Approximately 12–15 cm
• Care Level: Intermediate

Frequently Asked Questions

When does a Ngara Flametail develop strong colour?
Males generally colour up more strongly as they mature and settle into a stable, appropriate Malawi setup.

Can Ngara Flametail be mixed with aggressive mbuna?
It is usually better paired with suitably tempered peacocks and haps rather than highly aggressive mbuna.

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