Black Acara Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Black Acara in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized cichlids or large, peaceful to semi-aggressive fish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. Best kept as a pair or in a species-specific tank.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding places created by rocks, driftwood, and sturdy plants. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel. Regular water changes are essential to maintain water quality. Provide ample swimming space.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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