A vibrant cichlid with stunning iridescent blue coloration. Known for their calm temperament and adaptability, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
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A vibrant cichlid with stunning iridescent blue coloration. Known for their calm temperament and adaptability, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Streamlined, robust body with bright metallic blue and turquoise hues. Fins are edged with electric blue and may show yellow or orange highlights. The dorsal fin is elongated, starting a quarter from the body front and continuing to the tail.
8–10 years
Omnivorous; quality pellets or flakes as staple, plus live/frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, earthworms) and plant matter such as spirulina and blanched veggies.
Electric Blue Acara combine brilliant color, manageable temperament, and hardiness. They’re an excellent centerpiece fish for community tanks and a popular choice for aquarists of all levels.
Beginner to Intermediate; requires regular water changes and stable water parameters.
30 gallons for a single adult; add 15 gallons per additional fish
6.0 to 7.5
6–20 dGH
72–82°F (22–28°C)
6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
Peaceful tetras, rainbowfish, Corydoras, angelfish, gouramis, peaceful geophagus, swordtails, platies.
Aggressive cichlids (Oscars, Jack Dempsey, Green Terrors), fin-nippers, and overly large predatory fish.
Andinoacara pulcher (Electric Blue variant)
Cichlidae
Selective bred variant of Andinoacara pulcher, native to South America (Venezuela, Trinidad, Guyana).
Peaceful, community-oriented, can be kept singly or in pairs. Mixed gender pairs do best; may form loose groups in large tanks.
Feed 1–2 times daily; mix high-quality flakes/pellets with regular treats of live/frozen foods and occasional vegetable supplements for best health and color.
Substrate spawner; pairs clean rocks and lay eggs there. Both parents guard eggs and fry until the young are free-swimming.
Pairs lay up to 150–300 eggs on flat stones. Eggs hatch in 2–3 days, fry become free-swimming after about a week. Feed fry infusoria, powdered flake or newly hatched brine shrimp.
pH: 6.0–7.5, Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C), Hardness: 6–20 dGH, Nitrate: <20–30 ppm
Ich, skin flukes, common cichlid parasites. Prevented by clean water, varied diet, and avoiding sudden environmental changes.
Peaceful to mildly territorial, especially during breeding. Suitable for mixed community tanks with other non-aggressive species.
Active, curious, and social. Peaceful compared to most cichlids; pairs may show increased territoriality when breeding but otherwise interact well in a community.
Electric Blue Acaras are selectively bred for their intense blue coloration and easy-going nature. They are hardy and tolerate a range of conditions, thriving in planted tanks with open swimming space. These cichlids are active diggers and explorers but rarely damage tank mates. Breeding is straightforward, with both parents showing strong fry protection. Regular tank maintenance and water changes ensure health and vibrant color.