"Thread Fin Acara"
Acarichthys heckelii

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Please note that the fish shown in the photo is not the exact fish you will receive and is only a representative of what a specimen will look like. The color may vary based on the age and sex (if listed as unsexed) of the fish you receive.

SKU: Thread Fin Acara TR (A. heckelii) MD Categories: ,

Description

Geographic Range: Native to the Amazon River basin, primarily found in Peru, Brazil, and Colombia.

Diet: Omnivorous; feed a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Also, appreciates vegetable matter in its diet.

Average Adult Size: 6-8 inches (15-20 centimeters)

Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons for a small group; larger tanks are recommended for a community setup.

Temperament: Generally peaceful, but can be territorial during breeding or if crowded. Best kept in a species tank or with other peaceful community fish.

Recommended Water Parameters:

pH: 6.0-7.5
Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
Hardness: 5-15 dH
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: Under 20ppm