Curved-head Dwarf Cichlid

Laetacara curviceps

Familie : Cichlidae

FischSüßwasserdwarf cichlid

The Curved-head Dwarf Cichlid is a small peaceful dwarf cichlid, ideal for planted community aquariums. It is appreciated for its elegant shape and subtle colors.

IUCN-Status
LC
Nicht gefährdet
Biome
Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Beschreibung

Laetacara curviceps grows up to 7 cm. It has an elongated body with a slightly curved head. Coloration is variable, often beige with bluish reflections and a horizontal black stripe. Males are larger and more colorful. It is a very peaceful fish, even during breeding. It lives in pairs or small groups. It breeds on flat substrate, parents are good guardians.

Lebensraum

Region :

Calm waters, slow streams and swampy areas with dense vegetation and sandy substrate.

Verbreitung :

Empfohlene Parameter

Temperatur2428 °C
pH67
GH210 °dGH
KH15 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Pflege

Schwierigkeit
2/5
Ernährung
Allesfresser
Min. Aquarium
60 L
Min. Gruppe
2
Endgröße
7 cm
Lebenserwartung
4 Jahre
Wesen
Peaceful
Vermehrung

Pflegehinweise

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 6.0-7.0, GH 2-10. Minimum tank 60 liters. Omnivorous diet: small pellets, flakes, brine shrimp, daphnia. Compatible with most peaceful fish (tetras, rasboras, corydoras). Avoid aggressive or large fish. Provide plants and hiding spots. Good water quality, regular changes. Easy breeding in pairs.

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