Where Does Peacock Cichlid Live?

Peacock Cichlid lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Peacock Cichlid

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found at depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters (16 to 130 feet), though some species can be found shallower or deeper.

Environment

Endemic to Lake Malawi, East Africa. They inhabit areas with sandy substrates, often interspersed with rocky outcrops and caves. They are benthopelagic, spending most of their time near the bottom.

Geographic range

Lake Malawi, East Africa (Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania).

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