Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Blue Acara's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Cichlids
Common
Andinoacara pulcher
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The Blue Acara is one of the more peaceful and manageable cichlids, making it a great entry-level choice for the cichlid enthusiast. They have a beautiful blue-green iridescent sheen and are relatively hardy. While they can be kept in a community tank with larger fish, they will become territorial during breeding.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Blue Acara healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Blue Acara's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 22–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Blue Acara is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Blue Acara is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Blue Acara vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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Species that typically work alongside Blue Acara in a similar setup.
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Discus
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