Zebra acara - Nannacara adoketa
Scientific name: Nannacara adoketa
Common name: Zebra acara
Family: Cichlidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 4 - 5 cm (1.57 - 1.97 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 5.8 - 6.6
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 2 - 7°N (35.71 - 125ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 21 - 26 °C (69.8 - 78.8°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: South America
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful
Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels
Food and feeding
Zebra acara is not a fussy eater and will accept all foods offered. Use a quality flake or pellets for the staple diet but offer treats once or twice a week of brine shrimp or blood worms.
Origin
South America; Zebra acara is only found in the Rio Negro Basins of Brazil.
Sexing
Males will have elongated dorsal and anal fins, when breeding the markings on the male will darken. During this time the female will have a pinkish tinge on her body colouration.
Breeding
Zebra acara’s prefer to spawn in caves so either add rockwork or upturned plant pots to the breeding tank. The female will guard the eggs while the male defends the territory and 2 days later the eggs should hatch. About 4 days later the fry should be free swimming and can be fed on crushed flake or newly hatched brine shrimp.
Lifespan
The expected life span of Nannacara adoketa is 5 years.
Short description
This species of cichlid is quite peaceful and can be included into a community tank. Use subdued lighting with the addition of plants; add bogwood to provide hiding places.
Pictures
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