Electric Blue Acara
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Overview
The Blue Acara is a species of cichlid, from the family Cichlidae and order Cichliformes, that has a bright blue-grey coloration throughout the scales across its body.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–30°C (75–86°F) |
| pH | 6.5–8.0 |
| Adult Size | 20 cm (8 in) |
| Min Tank | 30 gallons |
| Lifespan | 8–10 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — cichlid pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: *Andinoacara pulcher (Gill, 1858) * — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Electric Blue Acara — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- pH range
- 6.5–8.0
- Adult size
- 20 cm (8 in)
- Lifespan
- 8–10 years
- Origin
- Member of family Cichlidae, order Perciformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —cichlid pelletsbloodwormsbrine shrimp