Humphead Dwarf Acara Care Guide
Laetacara araguaiae
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Bioload Score
2000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 3.9"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys a diet of flakes, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Well-suited for community tanks with other peaceful species, provides interesting breeding behavior.
Good to Know
Humphead Dwarf Acara is celebrated for its vibrant colors and relatively peaceful nature, making it a favorite among cichlid enthusiasts.
Gender Differences
Males develop a pronounced nuchal hump with age.
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