Nannacara anomala

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Golden Dwarf Cichlid
Golden Dwarf Cichlid
Species Nannacara anomala
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 94.635 liters
94,635.295 mL

25 US Gallons (94.6L)

Size 6.35 cm

2-2.5 " (5.1-6.4cm)

pH 6.0 - 8.0
Temp. 295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R

298.15 K
77 °F
536.67 °R
22 -25 °C (71.6-77°F)

Water Hardness

5-19

Stocking Ratio 1:3 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Carnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

5-8 years

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[edit] Alternative names

Golden Dwarf Cichlid, Goldeneye Cichlid

[edit] Other Scientific Name

Acara anomala, Acara punctulata, Nannacara taenia

[edit] Sexing

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

[edit] 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.

[edit] Diet

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

[edit] Feeding regime

Feed once or twice a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

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

[edit] 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.

[edit] 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.

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