Eastern Happy
NameEastern Happy
Scientific NameAulonocara stuartgranti
Common NamesEastern Happy, Flavescent Peacock, Ngara Peacock, Stuartgranti Peacock
FamilyCichlidae
OriginAfrica, Lake Malawi
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)76-82
pH Range7.8-8.6
Compatible SpeciesOther Lake Malawi Peacock Cichlids, Haplochromis Cichlids, Utaka Cichlids, Synodontis Catfish
Description
The Eastern Happy is a vibrant Lake Malawi cichlid, with males displaying striking blue and yellow/green coloration and prominent egg spots on their anal fins. These sand-sifting carnivores thrive in hard, alkaline water conditions. They are known for their relatively peaceful nature among cichlids but can be territorial.
