Popular Freshwater Fish!

Uncle Bill's Pet Centers carries a wide variety of freshwater and saltwater fish, and selection may vary by store location. Here are some of the most popular freshwater fish Uncle Bill's offers - but it is not a complete listing of all the fish we have available at any given time. This list as well as our in-store availability fluctuates and is updated regularly. Please note this information on each fish's page is for your reference only, and any advice acquired from these listings is to be used at your own discretion.

African Peacock Cichlid

Facts and Information

african peacock cichlid

Known as "Utakas" to the natives, these fish raid the nurseries of other fish and eat their fry. This species is endemic to Lake Malawi, meaning that is the only place it is found. The genus "Aulonocara" is known to feed heavily on invertebrates they find in the sand. Tiny snails are always a favorite. The genus is taken from the Greek words "aulos" (flute) and "kara" (face).