Electric Blue Acara Care Guide
Andinoacara pulcher
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Bioload Score
5000
Semi-AggressiveEasy
- Max Size
- 16 cm / 6.3"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivore that eats a varied diet of small aquatic invertebrates, crustaceans, worms, and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include similarly sized peaceful to semi-aggressive South American cichlids, larger tetras, peaceful barbs, plecos, and medium-sized catfish.
Good to Know
Andinoacara pulcher means 'beautiful' in its scientific name, an apt reference to the species' iridescent blue markings.
Gender Differences
Males are usually larger with more elongated, pointed dorsal and anal fins, while females tend to be smaller and rounder-bodied.
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