Blue Acara
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| Common name | Blue acara |
| Scientific name | Aequidens pulcher |
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| 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 who 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. |
