Golden Dwarf Cichlid (Nannacara anomala)

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Contents 1 Alternative names 1.1 Synonyms 2 Sexing 3 Tank compatibility 4 Diet 5 Feeding regime 6 Environment Specifics 7 Behaviour 8 Identification 9 Pictures 10 External links

Alternative names

Golden Dwarf Cichlid, Goldeneye Cichlid

Synonyms

Acara anomala, Acara punctulata, Nannacara taenia

Sexing

Females are noticeably smaller than males. Females have different colouration than males, see identification.

Tank compatibility

These small cichlids can be kept as a pair in a species tank, or as part of a larger community tank. Generally peaceful, but two males may fight.

Diet

Will accept most foods including pellet and flake (provided they are a tank-bred strain), as well as brine shrimp, bloodworm and daphnia

Feeding regime

Feed once or twice a day.

Environment Specifics

Prefers a tank with plenty of hiding places. Does best in soft acidic water without bright light.

Behaviour

A generally peaceful dwarf cichlid that is mostly mid-bottom dwelling. A cave-brooding substrate spawner, a pair will care for a spawn with the female caring for the brood and the male guarding the territory.

Identification

Males are blue-green when adult, with banding only when in a subdued mood. Females are orange-brown with dark longitudinal bands. Males have dorsal and anal fin extensions.

Pictures

External links

• Fishbase (Mirrors: )

• Cichlid-Forum.com
• Mongabay