Threadfin Acara
Acarichthys heckelii
Also known as: Threadfin Acara, Heckelii Cichlid
Origin: South America
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 20 cm
- Min Tank
- 220 L
- Lifespan
- 8-10
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful, mildly territorial between males
About
Acarichthys heckelii is a cichlid related to the eartheaters, native to the Amazon and Orinoco basins. Males develop strikingly elongated dorsal fin extensions and display intricate blue-spotted patterning across the body. Peaceful and community-oriented, it is an excellent choice for large South American biotope setups.
Care Guide
Water: 26-30°C, pH 5.5-7.0, soft water preferred. Tank: Minimum 220L, fine sand substrate, driftwood and Amazon sword plants for structure. Feeding: Quality sinking pellets, frozen bloodworm, cyclops, brine shrimp. Behaviour: Peaceful toward most tankmates; mild territorial disputes between males. Compatibility: Good with large tetras, other peaceful cichlids, and Corydoras.
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