Laetacara dorsigera
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| Red Breast Acara | |
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| Red Breast Acara | |
| Species | Laetacara dorsigera |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L) |
| Size | 2.362 in
5-6 cm (2-2.4") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 293.15 K 68 °F 527.67 °R 298.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
1-20 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-8 years |
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[edit] Alternative names
- Red Breast Acara, Redbreast Acara
[edit] Sexing
- Anal and dorsal fins will be pointed in males and rounded in females. Females will have a dark patch with white flecks at the central base of their dorsal fin while males will not.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- These fish will spend the majority of their time patrolling the lower areas of the tank, swimming around plants, rocks, and wood. While they will swim to the surface to feed voraciously, they will also compete with bottom feeders for sinking foods. Avoid overly docile tankmates (discus, Corydoras, smaller bottom feeders), as they will have to put up with constant belligerance.
[edit] Diet
- Omnivore but emphasis on meaty foods: serve bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other meaty foods in addition to flakes/pellets.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed small amounts frequently (multiple times daily) or larger amounts daily. The former option is best when other fish do not have to compete aggressively with "Laetacara dorsigera" for food.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Unknown
[edit] Behaviour
- Unknown
[edit] Identification
- Most difficult to distinguish from Laetacara curviceps especially when young - even retail shops get confused.
