Blue Acara (Aequidens pulcher)

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Blue Acara

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Blue Acara

Aequidens pulcher

189 Litres (50 US G.)

20.3-22.9cm (8-9 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.8

20-25°C (68 -77 °F)

1-25 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

2-10 years

Family

Cichlidae

This animal is available captive bred



Additional names

Blue Acara, Blue Cichlid

Additional scientific names

Andinoacara pulcher


Sexing

A mature male's anal and dorsal fins are longer than that of a female. Sexing juveniles is tricky.


Tank compatibility

Best kept with other similar-sized robust South American Cichlids and medium-sized peaceful Catfish such as Plecos, can get territorial when breeding, but not overly so. Will eat any smaller fish or invertebrates. Do not keep with very aggressive larger Cichlids or other fish with that kind of temperament.


Diet

Will accept most foods including high quality Cichlid pellets as well as shrimp, brine shrimp, small worms and other meaty foods. Avoid high protein foods and feeder fish.


Feeding regime

Feed once to three times a day, this fish has a good appetite.


Environment specifics

Provide a spacious tank with plenty of hiding places. Prefers a sand substrate, any plants must be deep rooted or potted to avoid being pulled up.


Behaviour

Will be generally fairly peaceful, although a bonded pair who decides to breed will defend their eggs and fry.


Identification

Typical oval south American Cichlid shape. Iridescent blue flecks across the whole body, black dot in the centre of either side of the flanks. Body and fins are tinged with yellow.

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External links

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