Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid
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- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara baenschi), also known as the Dragon Blood Cichlid or Dragon Blood Aulonocara, is one of the most sought-after African Cichlids thanks to its brilliant red, pink, and orange coloration. As a selectively bred strain of Peacock Cichlids (Aulonocara species), the Dragon Blood Peacock stands out as a fiery, eye-catching showpiece in Lake Malawi aquariums. With its hardy nature and striking colors, this Cichlid is a must-have for both hobbyists and advanced aquarists.
Originating from Lake Malawi in Africa, Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlids are admired for their vibrant coloration and relatively peaceful temperament compared to other Cichlids. This Peacock Cichlid is a hybrid variant, selectively bred to enhance its unique reddish-pink tones, which intensify as the fish matures. Their stunning coloration makes them one of the most popular choices among African Cichlid enthusiasts worldwide.
The Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlid reaches an adult size of about 5–6 inches (12–15 cm). Males are especially striking, showing deep red to pinkish hues across the body with shimmering metallic undertones, while females are paler but still elegant. Their colors intensify with proper diet, stable water quality, and well-maintained environments.
Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlids are semi-aggressive but generally more peaceful than the Mbuna species. They thrive in aquariums with other Peacock Cichlids (Aulonocara), Haps, and non-aggressive African Cichlids. To reduce territorial disputes, provide plenty of rockwork, caves, and swimming space. Keeping them in tanks of 55 gallons or larger ensures healthy growth and natural behavior.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Dragon Blood Peacock Cichlids for sale and other Peacock Cichlids for sale are tank-raised, healthy, and carefully selected for vivid coloration and optimal size. Shop online or visit our aquarium store in Virginia to discover high-quality freshwater fish for sale, betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, aquatic plants, and essential aquarium supplies.
WHAT MAKES THIS FISH SPECIAL?
- Brilliant red, pink, and orange coloration
- Grows to 5–6 inches, which is an ideal showpiece fish
- Hardy and adaptable for African cichlid aquariums
- Semi-aggressive but more peaceful than Mbuna
- Popular hybrid strain of Peacock Cichlids (Aulonocara)
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS
- Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons
- Temperature: 75°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 7.8–8.6 (alkaline, Lake Malawi conditions)
- Hardness: 8–20 dGH
- Filtration: Strong, with excellent water circulation and regular maintenance
CARE GUIDELINES
- Diet: Omnivorous. Provide high-quality cichlid pellets, spirulina flakes, and supplements with frozen or live foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms for the best coloration.
- Tank Setup: Rocky aquascape with caves for territories and sandy substrate to mimic Lake Malawi. Keep open swimming areas for active movement.
- Behavior: Semi-aggressive, especially males. Works best in larger tanks with multiple hiding spots to minimize disputes.
See more detailed information on How to Care for Peacock Cichlids here.
