Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – cichlid pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
Aquarium species profile
Electric Blue Acara
Andinoacara pulcher 'Electric Blue' · South America (aquaculture strain)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size6"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature72–82°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Medium tetras, Corydoras, Plecos, other South American cichlids
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish (may bully), extremely aggressive cichlids
Care notes
A selectively bred color form of the Blue Acara, displaying intense electric blue iridescence across the entire body. Hardy, peaceful by cichlid standards, and one of the easiest dwarf-to-medium cichlids to keep. Great community cichlid.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.