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Blue Acara (Andinoacara pulcher)

Blue Acara

Andinoacara pulcher

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One of the milder cichlids its size, but defends a territory when breeding. Digs a little; anchor plants well.

Adult size
6 in
Smallest tank
55 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
72–82 °F
pH · hardness
6.5–8 · 5–19 dGH
Food
Omnivore: pellets, frozen foods
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailGhost ShrimpBetta (male)Ember Tetra

Think twice about

Cherry Shrimp — shrimp it would huntBlue Dream Shrimp — shrimp it would huntCrystal Red Shrimp — shrimp it would huntTiger Shrimp — shrimp it would hunt

Easy plants for the same tank

Amazon SwordTemple PlantWater WisteriaRed Tiger LotusCryptocoryne BalansaeVallisneria Spiralis

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.