Albino Eureka

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About the Albino Eureka Cichlid

The Albino Eureka Cichlid, also known as the Albino Eureka Red Peacock, is a selectively bred colour form of Aulonocara jacobfreibergi. This stunning Lake Malawi peacock is prized for its pale albino body, red eyes and vivid orange-red to yellow colouration, with males developing the strongest colours as they mature.

Like other peacock cichlids, it is a sand-sifting species that uses its sensory pores to locate small food items in the substrate. Despite generally being more manageable than many Malawi mbuna, males can become territorial, particularly when breeding.

A sandy substrate, rockwork and plenty of open swimming space make an excellent setup. Keep them with other similarly sized, compatible Lake Malawi cichlids and avoid mixing closely related peacock strains if breeding pure fish is important.

The Albino Eureka is a maternal mouthbrooder, with females carrying eggs and fry in their mouths until the young are developed enough to become independent.

Quick Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Aulonocara jacobfreibergi
• Common Name: Albino Eureka Cichlid, Albino Eureka Red Peacock
• Family: Cichlidae
• Type: Lake Malawi Peacock
• Adult Size: Approximately 12–15 cm
• Temperament: Mildly aggressive / semi-aggressive
• Care Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Aquarium: 200 L
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH: 7.8–8.6
• Water Hardness: Hard, alkaline
• Diet: Omnivore / invertivore
• Tank Level: Bottom to middle
• Group Size: 1 male with 3–5 females
• Origin: Lake Malawi, Africa — selectively bred aquarium strain
• Breeding: Maternal mouthbrooder

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does an Albino Eureka Cichlid get?

They generally reach around 12–15 cm in aquarium conditions, with males typically becoming larger and more colourful.

Are Albino Eureka Cichlids aggressive?

They are generally mildly to moderately aggressive. Males can become territorial, particularly when establishing breeding territories.

What should I feed an Albino Eureka?

Feed a quality peacock cichlid pellet or granule as the staple, supplemented with suitable frozen foods. Their natural feeding behaviour makes a sandy substrate particularly useful.

Can they live with other Malawi cichlids?

Yes. They can be kept with compatible peacocks and suitably peaceful Malawi haps. Avoid highly aggressive tank mates that will constantly harass them.

Do Albino Eureka Cichlids breed?

Yes. They are maternal mouthbrooders. The female carries the eggs and developing fry in her mouth until they are ready to be released.

Do they need sand?

A fine sandy substrate is strongly recommended. They naturally sift through substrate while searching for food and a sand bed also suits their natural behaviour.

Common Mistakes

• ❌ Keeping them in soft or acidic water
• ❌ Using a tank that is too small
• ❌ Keeping multiple males without enough territory
• ❌ Mixing them with extremely aggressive Malawi cichlids
• ❌ Feeding an unsuitable high-fat diet
• ❌ Keeping different Aulonocara strains together when trying to maintain pure breeding lines