Usisya Peacock F1 wild caught

Premium, wild-origin, and strikingly beautiful — the Usisya Peacock F1 (Wild Caught) is a first-generation offspring of wild-caught Peacock cichlids from the Usisya locality of Lake Malawi. F1 wild-caught specimens represent the gold standard in Malawi cichlid keeping — combining the authentic wild colouration and genetics of the Usisya locality with the adaptability of aquarium-raised fish.

Overview

About F1 Wild Caught

F1 wild-caught specimens are the first-generation offspring of wild-caught parents from the Usisya locality. These fish carry the authentic genetics and colouration of the wild Usisya population, making them highly prized by serious collectors who want locality-pure specimens with wild-type colouration and genetics.

Appearance

The Usisya Peacock displays the vivid, locality-specific colouration of the Usisya form — males develop striking blue to blue-yellow colouration with the specific pattern and intensity associated with the Usisya locality. The authentic wild genetics ensure that the colouration is true to the wild population, without the colour dilution that can occur in multi-generational captive breeding.

Water Parameters & Tank Setup

• Temperature: 76 – 82°F (24 – 28°C)
• pH: 7.8 – 8.5
• General Hardness (GH): 10 – 20 dGH
• Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons
• Substrate: Sand; rocks and caves for territory
• Decor: Rock formations with caves; open sandy areas for foraging

Diet & Feeding

• Staple: High-quality cichlid pellets and flake food
• Treats: Frozen brine shrimp, daphnia, and krill
• Note: Avoid high-protein meaty foods — prone to Malawi Bloat

Feed 2–3 times daily.

Compatibility & Tank Mates

Best kept in a Lake Malawi community with other Peacock and Haplochromine cichlids. Keep one male per species to maintain locality purity.

Breeding

Maternal mouthbrooders. Females incubate eggs in their mouths for 3–4 weeks.

The Usisya Peacock F1 is a premium, wild-origin Peacock cichlid that brings authentic locality colouration and collector’s quality to any African cichlid aquarium. A true prize for the serious enthusiast.