Uaru (Uaru amphiacanthoides)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameUaru amphiacanthoides

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTriangle Cichlid, Waroo

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size12 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 79-88°F, pH 5.0-6.8, GH 1-6 dGH

Appearance

Tall disc-shaped body, tan with a large dark triangular flank blotch and dark mask; juveniles are blackish with white spots.

Difficulty and care for the Uaru

Hard

Origin and habitat

Amazon and Rio Negro basins

Keeper notes

Peaceful and shy; nervous when kept alone. Best in a group with calm tankmates like discus.

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