Electric Blue Acara

Andinoacara pulcher (color form)

Minimum Tank Size

40–55 gal

Temperature

74–82°F

PH

6.5–8.0

Adult Size

5–7 in

Temperament 

Generally mild for a cichlid; territorial when breeding

Care Difficulty

Intermediate

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore; quality cichlid pellets with varied frozen/live foods.

Care Instructions

Provide open swimming room, hiding places and stable clean water.

Flow & Filtration

Strong biological filtration with moderate flow.

Planted Tank Suitability

Generally good with robust rooted or attached plants.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Larger Tetras
  • Corydoras
  • Bristlenose Pleco

Use Caution 
  • Angelfish
  • Other Medium Cichlids

Avoid
  • Tiny Nano Fish
  • Highly Aggressive Cichlids

Compatibility Notes

Usually community-friendly for a cichlid, but breeding pairs defend territory and small fish may be prey.

Breeding Notes

Substrate spawner; parents guard eggs and fry.