OB Marble Peacock Cichlid 5cm

The Marble Peacock Cichlid, also known as the OB Peacock, is a unique and colourful hybrid from the Aulonocara group, developed through selective breeding. Its random blotched pattern (“OB” stands for orange blotch) combines orange, yellow, blue, and black in a striking marbled display — no two fish look the same.

This variety is highly sought after for its individuality and bright colours, adding a wild card to any Peacock or mixed African cichlid setup. Males are more colourful and may show blue faces, while females tend to be more subtly patterned. Despite its hybrid origin, the Marble Peacock is peaceful and easy to care for, making it ideal for intermediate hobbyists.

Temperament: Peaceful to moderately territorial
Adult Size: 10–12 cm
Tank Size: 150L+
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 7.8–8.6
Diet: Omnivore – quality pellets, flakes, frozen krill, and spirulina
Compatibility: Suitable with other Peacocks and peaceful Haps; avoid aggressive Mbuna
Origin: Hybrid – OB gene from Mbuna crossed with Aulonocara species

Care Level: Easy – suitable for colourful cichlid community tanks