Dragon Blood Tangerine

Dragon Blood Tangerine

Dragon Blood Tangerine is a line-bred Dragon Blood peacock strain selected for warm orange and tangerine color potential. It works well in colorful peacock and hap displays where stable hard water and compatible tank mates are provided.

Origin and Habitat

• Native Region: Line-bred Aulonocara-type peacock strain from Lake Malawi peacock stock.
• Natural Habitat: Aquarium strain; provide a Malawi-style setup with sand, open swimming room, and rock structure.

Physical Characteristics

• Size: Up to about 7 inches.
• Coloration: Tangerine-orange Dragon Blood coloration with individual variation; males show the strongest display as they mature.
• Body Shape: Medium peacock body with a laterally compressed profile.

Behavior and Temperament

• Temperament: Mildly aggressive.
• Social Behavior: Best kept with Lake Malawi peacocks and peaceful to moderately assertive haps.

Aquarium Care

• Tank Size: A 55 gallon aquarium or larger is recommended.
• Water Parameters: 74-84°F, pH 7.4-8.4, hard water.
• Tank Setup: Provide sand, open swimming areas, rockwork for cover and sight breaks, and reliable filtration.

Diet and Feeding

• Primary Staple: Feed a quality daily diet such as Ron’s Peacock & Hap Adult Food.
• Juveniles: Growing fish can be fed Ron’s Juvenile Food.
• Fry: Newly released fry should be started on Ron’s Fry Food.
• Feeding Frequency: Feed 1–2 small meals daily and avoid overfeeding.

Breeding

• Breeding Type: Maternal mouthbrooder.
• Breeding Notes: Males display to females and may claim preferred areas. Females hold eggs and fry in the mouth, and fry should be protected after release.

Tank Mates

• Compatible With: Lake Malawi peacocks and peaceful to moderately assertive haps.
• Avoid: Very aggressive mbuna, large predators, and small community fish.