Platinum Canary OB Lwanda
Aulonocara sp. "Lwanda" OB
Platinum Canary OB Lwanda is a line-bred OB Lwanda strain selected for white and yellow color, with the amount of yellow varying between males. It is a bright peacock for keepers who like variable OB patterning and Lwanda-type shape.
Origin and Habitat
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Native Region: Line-bred aquarium strain from Lake Malawi Lwanda peacock stock.
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Natural Habitat: Captive-bred strain; Lwanda-type peacocks do well with sand, rock cover, and open swimming room.
Physical Characteristics
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Size: 6-7 inches.
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Coloration: White and yellow OB color with variable yellow intensity between males.
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Body Shape: Medium peacock body with a laterally compressed profile.
Behavior and Temperament
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Temperament: Mildly aggressive.
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Social Behavior: Best with other peacocks and peaceful to moderately assertive haps.
Aquarium Care
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Tank Size: A 55 gallon aquarium or larger is recommended.
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Water Parameters: 74-84°F, pH 7.4-8.4, hard water.
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Tank Setup: Use sand, open swimming lanes, rockwork for cover and sight breaks, and strong filtration.
Diet and Feeding
Breeding
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Breeding Type: Maternal mouthbrooder.
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Breeding Notes: Males display and females mouthbrood eggs and fry. Keep OB Lwanda lines labeled if breeding.
Tank Mates
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Compatible With: Lake Malawi peacocks and calmer haps of similar size.
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Avoid: Aggressive mbuna, large predators, and mixing similar OB peacock strains in breeding groups.
Conservation Status
The Aulonocara sp. 'Lwanda' species are listed by CARES as Critically Endangered. Ron’s Cichlids promotes sustainability by captive breeding this species for the aquarium trade, helping reduce pressure on wild-caught specimens.
