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[ARRIVED 2-MAR-2026] Laetacara Araguaiae 2-4cmLaetacara araguaiae (Araguaia Dwarf Acara) Peaceful South American dwarf cichlid with subtle colour, gentle temperament, and strong pair bonding Quick Facts Size: Approx. 68 cm adult Tank Size: 80L+ recommended Difficulty: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful dwarf cichlid Diet: Omnivore Best Kept: Pair or peaceful community setup Is this for you? Good if: You want a peaceful dwarf cichlid You enjoy natural South American aquariums You prefer calmer fish
Laetacara araguaiae (Araguaia Dwarf Acara)
Peaceful South American dwarf cichlid with subtle colour, gentle temperament, and strong pair bonding
Quick Facts
- Size: Approx. 6–8 cm adult
- Tank Size: 80L+ recommended
- Difficulty: 🟡 Moderate
- Temperament: Peaceful dwarf cichlid
- Diet: Omnivore
- Best Kept: Pair or peaceful community setup
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want a peaceful dwarf cichlid
- You enjoy natural South American aquariums
- You prefer calmer fish with subtle colouration
- You want interesting behaviour and pair bonding
❌ Avoid if:
- You want highly aggressive cichlids
- You keep very small shrimp or fry
- You prefer extremely bright or flashy fish
- You keep chaotic or overly active tank mates
Why this fish?
Laetacara araguaiae is a lesser-seen dwarf acara species valued for its calm nature and elegant appearance.
Unlike many cichlids, it tends to be relatively peaceful, making it suitable for planted community aquariums with similarly calm fish.
Their subtle metallic tones and natural behaviour appeal to aquarists who enjoy fish that become more rewarding over time rather than immediately flashy.
Common mistakes
- Keeping with aggressive cichlids
- Providing insufficient hiding spaces
- Overcrowding the aquarium
- Keeping in unstable water conditions
- Housing with very small shrimp or fry
Care made simple
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- pH: Approx. 6.0–7.5
- Diet: Pellets, frozen foods, live foods
- Behaviour: Bottom to mid-level territory holder
- Water: Stable, warm, clean conditions
Pair with
- Corydoras catfish
- Peaceful tetras
- Rams and other calm dwarf cichlids
- South American planted aquascapes
- Driftwood and leaf litter
This is not a “show-off” fish at first glance. Laetacara araguaiae becomes more impressive over time as its personality, pair behaviour, and subtle colour develop in a stable aquarium.
FAQ
Is Laetacara araguaiae aggressive?
Generally no. It is considered one of the calmer dwarf cichlid options.
Can they live in planted tanks?
Yes. They work well in planted aquariums with hiding areas and open swimming space.
Do they form pairs?
Yes. They often display pair bonding and natural breeding behaviour.
Can they live with shrimp?
Larger shrimp may coexist, but very small shrimp or shrimplets may be viewed as food.
Are they beginner-friendly?
They are moderate difficulty due to their preference for stable, mature aquariums.
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