OB Peacock
OB Peacock is an aquarium-created peacock strain known for highly variable orange-blotch color and pattern. Individual fish may show orange, yellow, blue, pink, purple, red, or white tones with anything from heavy blotching to a lighter OB pattern.
Origin and Habitat
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Native Region: Aquarium-created peacock strain from Lake Malawi peacock stock.
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Natural Habitat: Aquarium strain; provide a Malawi-style setup with open swimming room and rockwork.
Physical Characteristics
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Size: 6-7 inches.
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Coloration: Highly variable OB patterning; fish may show many color combinations and different amounts of blotching.
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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 kept with other peacocks and similarly tempered Lake Malawi 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 space, rockwork for cover and sight breaks, and stable filtration.
Diet and Feeding
Breeding
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Breeding Type: Maternal mouthbrooder.
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Breeding Notes: Males display to females and may defend preferred areas. Females hold eggs and fry in the mouth, and fry should be protected after release.
Tank Mates
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Compatible With: Lake Malawi peacocks and peaceful to moderately assertive haps.
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Avoid: Very aggressive mbuna, large predators, and small soft-water community fish.
