Acara – Dwarf Goldeneye

Description

These are a wonderful easy to grow, Peaceful, Dwarf Community Cichlids!

syn: Acara punctulata, Nannacara taenia, Nannacara anomala

QUICK FACTS
The Goldeneye Cichlid (Nannacara anomala) is a peaceful, hardy South American dwarf cichlid native to Guyana and Suriname. Males reach about 3 inches in length and display metallic blue-green sheens, while females are smaller (around 2 inches) and turn bright yellow and black when breeding.They are well-suited for peaceful community tanks. Ideal tank mates include small schooling fish (dither fish) like tetras and rasboras, as well as bottom-dwellers like corydoras or small plecos. They require plenty of live plants, driftwood, and rock formations to break lines of sight and provide territories.

Max.size: 8 cm / 3 inch
Temp: 75-79 ˚F
pH: 6.0 – 8.0
dH: 5.0 – 19.0

The Golden Dwarf Cichlid is a very nice little cichlid that is suitable for beginners who want to keep their first cichlids! The species is native to South America where it is found in Guyana & Surinam. These cichlids are mainly found in rivers and creeks.  Their scientific name literally means the “extraordinary little Acara (cichlid)”.

The golden dwarf goldeneye cichlid is a friendly little cichlid that is suitable for community aquariums w other small and friendly species. They can be somewhat aggressive when protecting eggs and fry but as long as the aquarium isn’t too small this shouldn’t really be a problem. One male can be kept with several females. Colors will vary, juveniles will develop color depending on foods offered and age.

Main pic: Male

2ndPic: Female