Blue Red OB Peacock
Blue Red OB Peacock is a premium line-bred OB peacock strain with highly variable blotches and color. Males are selected for blue with red or pink highlights, but each OB peacock is different and color often improves with size and maturity.
Origin and Habitat
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Native Region: Aquarium-created OB peacock strain from Lake Malawi peacock stock.
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Natural Habitat: Aquarium strain; provide a Malawi-style setup with sand, rockwork, and open swimming room.
Physical Characteristics
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Size: 6-7 inches.
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Coloration: Variable OB patterning; males can be predominantly blue with red or pink, while females vary in blotches and pattern.
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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 Lake Malawi 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: Provide sand, open swimming room, rockwork for cover and sight breaks, and reliable 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 claim 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 community fish.
