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A large, intelligent South American cichlid for warm soft-water display aquariums, best planned as a small group with excellent filtration.
Breeding SpeciesCichlidFreshwater FishModerate CarePeacefulPlanted TankSouth American
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Uaru amphiacanthoides
Max Adult Size
up to 25 cm
Lifespan
10 years
Care Level
Difficult
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
26–30°C
pH Range
5.5–7
Hardness
2–10 dGH
Minimum Tank
400L
Diet
Herbivore; spirulina, vegetables, blanched lettuce, peas
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Uaru amphiacanthoides
Uaru Cichlid (Uaru amphiacanthoides)
Advanced Care
Semi-Aggressive
£25.99
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A large, intelligent South American cichlid for warm soft-water display aquariums, best planned as a small group with excellent filtration.
Breeding SpeciesCichlidFreshwater FishModerate CarePeacefulPlanted TankSouth American
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Uaru amphiacanthoides
Max Adult Size
up to 25 cm
Lifespan
10 years
Care Level
Difficult
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
26–30°C
pH Range
5.5–7
Hardness
2–10 dGH
Minimum Tank
400L
Diet
Herbivore; spirulina, vegetables, blanched lettuce, peas
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Full Care Guide
Cichlids: Types, Care & Tank Planning
Cichlids are a family of roughly 1,800 accepted species, not one care type. Before buying, identify the exact species and source, then compare adult measurement, usable tank dimensions, social system, territory, tested water, diet and an exit plan. No family-wide minimum tank, water range or tank-mate list is safe.
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Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
26–30°C
26°CIdeal30°C
pH Level
5.5–7
5.5Ideal7
Water Hardness
2–10 dGH
2 dGHIdeal10 dGH
Uaru Cichlid overview
Uaru Cichlid (Uaru amphiacanthoides) is a large South American cichlid known for its disc-like shape, social behaviour and plant-heavy feeding. It is peaceful compared with many large cichlids, but it is still a big, sensitive fish that needs warm, clean, soft water and a spacious aquarium.
Quick facts
| Adult size | Up to about 25 cm standard length |
|---|---|
| Minimum aquarium | 400 litres or more for a small group |
| Water | 26-30°C, pH 5.5-7.0, soft to moderately hard water |
| Diet | Plant-heavy omnivore; spirulina, vegetables and quality cichlid foods |
| Temperament | Generally peaceful for its size, but needs calm robust tank mates |
Care notes
Use excellent filtration, regular water changes and open swimming room. Uaru often eat soft plants, so use hardy planting or plan the layout around wood, leaves, roots and robust decor. They do best in a calm South American display rather than an aggressive cichlid tank.
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