Buckelkopf Flag Cichlid (Laetacara araguaiae)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLaetacara araguaiae

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asLaetacara sp. Buckelkopf, Hump-Head Laetacara

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 5.5-7.2, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Small golden cichlid with a dark zigzag lateral line and a slightly humped forehead; brightens markedly when displaying.

Difficulty and care for the Buckelkopf Flag Cichlid

Easy

Origin and habitat

Araguaia and Tocantins drainages, Brazil

Keeper notes

Peaceful dwarf cichlid; territorial only at the spawning site. Good community fish.

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