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The Potaro acara (Aequidens potaroensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Potaro acara is a cichlid (Cichlidae) from northern South America. The species has a fairly deep, laterally compressed body with a fine colour pattern. It lives in fast-flowing blackwater streams and rivers. As an omnivore it feeds on small invertebrates, insect larvae and plant matter. Unlike the mouthbrooding cichlids, both parents lay the eggs on a fixed surface and together defend the eggs and larvae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Potaro acara?
The Potaro acara has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Both parents guard the eggs laid on the substrate (not a mouthbrooder); blackwater cichlid.
Where does the Potaro acara live?
The Potaro acara lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America; fast-flowing blackwater streams.
How big does the Potaro acara get?
The Potaro acara grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Potaro acara dangerous to humans?
No, the Potaro acara is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Potaro acara edible?
The Potaro acara is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Aequidens
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