Uaru Cichlid Care Guide
Uaru amphiacanthoides
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Bioload Score
10000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 30.0 cm / 11.8"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (76–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Amazon Basin
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers a diet rich in vegetables and occasional protein sources.
Community Compatibility
Best kept with other large, peaceful fish or as a species-specific setup.
Good to Know
The Uaru Cichlid is often called the 'triangle cichlid' for its distinctively shaped head and body.
Gender Differences
Males are slightly larger and more robust.
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