Zebra Acara (Ivanacara adoketa)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameIvanacara adoketa

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asAdoketa, Nannacara adoketa, Zebra Dwarf Cichlid

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 4.0-6.0, GH 0-4 dGH

Appearance

Striking diagonal black zebra-like bars over a blue-purple body with a golden facial sheen; one of the most beautiful dwarf cichlids.

Difficulty and care for the Zebra Acara

Hard

Origin and habitat

Brazil (Rio Negro basin)

Keeper notes

Can be quarrelsome with conspecifics and territorial when breeding; pairs may fight before bonding. Needs blackwater conditions to thrive.

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