Diadem Acara (Aequidens diadema)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAequidens diadema

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asDiadema Cichlid

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Grayish-green body with a dark lateral stripe and blue-green spangling on the face and fins.

Difficulty and care for the Diadem Acara

Easy

Origin and habitat

Western Amazon Basin

Keeper notes

Peaceful acara; territorial only when breeding as a substrate-spawning pair.

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