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Definition of peacock cichlid

peacock cichlid

Plural:peacock cichlids
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1

Any of several brightly colored freshwater fishes of the genus Aulonocara, endemic to the rocky and sandy shorelines of Lake Malawi in East Africa, and highly popular in the global aquarium trade.

Example

"The striking blue and orange hues of the male peacock cichlid make it a highly sought-after centerpiece for freshwater aquariums."

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peach-throated monitor
peacock
peacock bass
peacock cichlid
peacock orchid
peacotum
peafowl

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peacock cichlid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peacock%20cichlid
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