{"product_id":"thai-lace-aulonocara","title":"Thai Lace (Aulonocara)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai Lace African Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAulonocara\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hybrid\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thai Lace Peacock Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai Lace African Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a striking selectively bred Peacock Cichlid known for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evibrant coloration and intricate lace-like patterning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These fish can display beautiful combinations of blue, red, orange, yellow, and metallic tones, creating an impressive appearance under aquarium lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai Lace Peacocks are bred primarily for their exceptional color and pattern. Mature males typically develop the most intense coloration, while juveniles may require time to reach their full potential. Individual coloration and markings can vary considerably, making each fish unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other Peacock Cichlids, Thai Lace Africans are generally less aggressive than many Mbuna species but should still be considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They thrive in a spacious Lake Malawi-style aquarium with plenty of swimming room and appropriate hiding places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore – high-quality African cichlid pellets supplemented with appropriate frozen and vegetable-based foods\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.5–8.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5–7 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55 gallons; 75+ gallons recommended for larger African cichlid communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select your desired size when ordering. Coloration, lace patterning, markings, and fin development will naturally vary between individual fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery fish is carefully selected and prepared for shipping. Please review our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee and shipping policies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Photos are representative of the variety. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact fish received may vary from the fish pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAPS Aquatics and Exotics","offers":[{"title":"3.5-4” Male","offer_id":53319718371637,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5-4” Female","offer_id":53319736688949,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/2145\/1573\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_f9e07e89-d857-4c2e-b033-01d1efb631d8.jpg?v=1787086279","url":"https:\/\/mapsaquaticandexotic.com\/products\/thai-lace-aulonocara","provider":"MAPS Aquatics and Exotics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}