![]() Failing to provide this will lead to serious health complications.įortunately, Electric Blue Acara are pretty hardy fish. Great water quality and sticking to the recommended water parameter guidelines are absolutely essential if you want your fish to thrive. ![]() If you have three you’ll need 60 (and so on). This means if you have two of these cichlids you’ll need 45 gallons. Tack on fifteen additional gallons for every new fish you want to keep. If you plan on keeping multiple Electric Blue Acara in the same tank you’ll need more space. We’ve heard of people putting them in slightly smaller tanks, but we strongly discourage that. This will give them enough space to swim and be active. The recommended tank size for the Electric Blue Acara is 30 gallons. You should always prioritize the health of the fish in your tank, so this is a section you don’t want to skip. With that being said, there are still some care guidelines that you’ll need to abide by if you want them to live a long and happy life. Electric Blue Acara CareĮlectric Blue Acara care is fairly straightforward and easy to manage no matter how experienced you are. This is a very manageable size and allows them to be comfortable in a fairly average tank. The average size of Electric Blue Acara is somewhere between 6 and 7 inches in length. Their caudal fin is symmetrical and about as tall from top to bottom as their body. Their dorsal fin starts about a quarter of the way back from the front of their body and extends all the way back to the start of their caudal fin. Their bodies are long, and about average in terms of thickness. In terms of their build, Electric Blue Acara have the standard cichlid body. Starting at the front of their dorsal fin and extending down to their upper lip is a dark grey patch devoid of any blue. The one place on their bodies where the bright coloration fades a bit is their forehead. This gives their sides a neat patterned look that can be very mesmerizing to observe. Their scales are quite visible due to the brightness of the blue on their bodies. This line is also found on the back edge of their caudal fin, but it’s much smaller and usually very faint (you might not even notice it). The top edge of their dorsal fin has a vibrant yellow/orange line that really stands out. On the side of their bodies, you’ll typically see a bit of faded yellow more toward the front half. These fish are primarily light and shiny blue with some subtle details that add to their glimmer. When you see these fish swimming it looks like shiny blue neon! The name of the Electric Blue Acara does a great job summarizing their appearance. The bond and amount of time you have with your fish is what it’s all about. This is one of the most overlooked benefits of owning this fish in our opinion. If you take care of them properly and stay committed to maintaining their habitat then you’ll have them for a while. Subpar living conditions, poor water quality, and high stress will significantly decrease how long they live. Their lifespan can be impacted by the usual factors that affect any fish. ![]() In the wild, this fish can live double that! The average Electric Blue Acara lifespan is between 8-10 years in captivity. They will be the star of your tank no matter what other fish you have! Lifespan While the practical benefits of owning this fish are certainly a plus, the main draw is their striking blue appearance. They’re quite peaceful and their list of compatible tank mates is rather long (we’ll get into this further on). Most cichlids are known for their aggression but the Electric Blue Acara is the well-behaved child in the family. Typically this means rivers, deep streams, and lakes (usually near a tributary). These fish originate from South and Central America and can be found in slow-moving waters just like a lot of their relatives in the cichlid family. They’re an extremely well-liked fish among aquarists and in recent years we’ve seen interest in them increase even more. The Electric Blue Acara (Andinoacara pulcher) is a fish in the rather extensive Cichlidae family.
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