Yellow Acara
Aequidens metae
Yellow Acara has a semi-aggressive temperament. Best kept as a pair.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 5.1" (≤ 13 cm)
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Temperature
- 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH
- 5–7
- GH
- 2–12 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 12 years
- Group behavior
- Best kept as a pair
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 12 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–28 °C, pH 5–7, GH 2–12 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Yellow Acara needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Best kept as a pair.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Yellow Acara should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Before adding this fish
- Make room for its social group.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Best kept as a pair.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Colombia.
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FAQ
How large does Yellow Acara get?
Yellow Acara reaches ≤ 5.1" (≤ 13 cm).
Is Yellow Acara peaceful?
Yellow Acara needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Yellow Acara?
Keep it between 24 to 28 °C.
Should Yellow Acara be kept alone or in a group?
Yellow Acara: Best kept as a pair.
