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Uaru Cichlid
Uaru amphiacanthoides
Advanced Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Triangle-shaped cichlid that is primarily herbivorous. Requires pristine water and will consume live plants.
Water Parameters
Temperature
78 - 86 °F
Ideal: 80 - 84 °F
pH
5 - 7
GH (Hardness)
1 - 5 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
10"
Min Tank Size
75 gallons
Diet
herbivore
Swimming Zone
middle
Bioload
high
Category
cichlid