Maria's Bujurquina (Bujurquina mariae)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameBujurquina mariae

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asMaria Acara

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Grayish body with a dark lateral stripe and blue facial flecking; a modestly colored acara-type cichlid.

Difficulty and care for the Maria's Bujurquina

Easy

Origin and habitat

Western Amazon, Colombia and Ecuador

Keeper notes

Peaceful biparental mouthbrooder; mild territoriality only when guarding young.

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