Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
© Sean Evans
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| Common name: | Blue acara |
| Scientific name: | Aequidens pulcher |
| Synonyms: | (none) |
| Size: | Up to 8" (20cm), but often smaller. |
| Origin: | Colombia, Panama, Trinidad and Venezuela |
| Tank setup: | A larger community tank with good filtration. |
| Compatibility: | Generally peaceful with similar sized tankmates that are not too aggressive. |
| Temperature: | 19-24oC (66-75oF) |
| Water chemistry: | Around neutral to alkaline (pH 6.5-8.0), fairly hard. |
| Feeding: | Omnivorous: most foods accepted |
| Sexing: | The male has extended dorsal and anal fins. |
| Breeding: | Fairly easy to breed, the parents will spawn regularly if good water quality
is maintained. Eggs are laid on a pre-cleaned stone and guarded by the parents, who also tend the fry. |
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