Scientific name: Laetacara dorsigera Common name: Redbreast acara Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 7 - 10 cm (2.76 - 3.94 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 6.3 - 7.4 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 3 - 18°N (53.57 - 321.43ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F 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 It is very rare that Redbreast acaras will accept commercial foods. Feed them live or frozen foods, brine shrimp, micro worms, blood worms and tubifex are ideal. Origin South America; Redbreast acaras are found in the waterways of Argentina. Sexing Males will have extended dorsal and anal fins. The females will display a dark patch with white dots at the base of their dorsal fin, this is not present in the males. Breeding Laetacara dorsigera are not the easiest fish to breed but it is not impossible. Add flat rocks for potential spawning sites and raise the temperature slightly after conditioning the parents on plenty of live or frozen foods. When the eggs are laid, the parents will defend them vigorously and once the fry are free swimming they can be fed on Infusoria until they grow larger. Lifespan The expected life span for Laetacara dorsigera is 5-8 years. Short description Keep these fish with small tank mates like tetras or keep them in a species tank. Laetacara dorsigera are peaceful until spawning when they will become very territorial. Use a planted tank with plenty of hiding places created from rocks or bog wood.Also known as Redbreasted flag cichlid. Pictures Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
