Where Does Albino Red Top Lwanda Peacock Live?

Albino Red Top Lwanda Peacock lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Albino Red Top Lwanda Peacock

Water type

freshwater

Depth

In the wild, Aulonocara sp. 'Lwanda' are typically found in depths of 10-30 meters (33-98 feet).

Environment

Naturally inhabits sandy areas and rocky-sandy transition zones of Lake Malawi. They are often found near caves and crevices, which they use for shelter and foraging. In aquariums, they require similar setups with ample rockwork and open swimming areas.

Geographic range

The wild-type Aulonocara sp. 'Lwanda' is endemic to Lake Malawi, specifically found near Lwanda, Tanzania. The albino variant is captive-bred and not found in the wild.

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