Thread-finned cichlid - Acarichthys heckelii
Thread-finned cichlid ( common name )
Acarichthys heckelii ( fish name )
- Maximum size in aquariums (min-max): 11 - 13 cm ( 4.33 - 5.12 in )
- pH of water: 6.8 - 7.2
- Water hardness (dGH): 6 - 12 °N
- Recommended temperature: 24 - 28 °C ( 75.2 - 82.4 °F )
- Compatibility (temperament to it's family): peaceful (read this answer)
- Compatibility (temperament to other fish species): aggressive (read this answer)
- Place in the aquarium: Bottom levels
- The way of breeding: Spawning
- Fish origin: South America
Information about care
Food and feeding
All foods offered will be accepted. Quality flakes and cichlid pellets should provide the staple diet. Supplements of blood worm and brine shrimp should be given on a weekly basis. Include some vegetable matter to bring out the best from these fish.
Origin
South America; they are to be found on the Rio Negro, Brazil.
Sexing
Males will have an extended dorsal fin and display more coloration.
Breeding
Breeding is not too difficult with these fish. Provide some caves in the set up and they should spawn. The male will protect the spawning site while the female tends the eggs in the cave. After 3 days the eggs should hatch and 3 days later the fry will be free swimming. They can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp initially.
Lifespan
The expected life span for this fish is 6-8 years.
Short description
These are relatively peaceful fish but will occupy territories. Add hiding places to the tank but leave open swimming spaces. Frequent water changes must be performed.
Picture
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
All foods offered will be accepted. Quality flakes and cichlid pellets should provide the staple diet. Supplements of blood worm and brine shrimp should be given on a weekly basis. Include some vegetable matter to bring out the best from these fish.
Origin
South America; they are to be found on the Rio Negro, Brazil.
Sexing
Males will have an extended dorsal fin and display more coloration.
Breeding
Breeding is not too difficult with these fish. Provide some caves in the set up and they should spawn. The male will protect the spawning site while the female tends the eggs in the cave. After 3 days the eggs should hatch and 3 days later the fry will be free swimming. They can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp initially.
Lifespan
The expected life span for this fish is 6-8 years.
Short description
These are relatively peaceful fish but will occupy territories. Add hiding places to the tank but leave open swimming spaces. Frequent water changes must be performed.
Picture
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
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