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Uaru Cichlid

Uaru amphiacanthoides

Uaru Cichlid (Uaru amphiacanthoides) is a large aquarium species for a cycled 125+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 12 inches as an adult, 74-82°F water, pH 6-7.8, and advanced care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.

Community leaningAdvanced care
Uaru Cichlid, a community leaning 12 inch aquarium species for 125+ gallon tanks
125 galMinimum tank
12 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
74-82°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6-7.8
GH
2-15 dGH
KH
1-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/carnivore
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
4/5

Planning Notes

Large adult size or heavy bioload; plan around adult dimensions, filtration, and long-term tank space.

assertive or territoriallarge adult sizehigh bioloadsensitive water qualityshrimp predatorfry predator

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