Acarichthys heckelii

Aquarist: DioAquatics

Species Profile: Acarichthys heckelii

Common Name:   Threadfin Acara

Species Photo by: Craig Storms

Description:   South American cichlid known as the 'Threadfin Acara' native to the northern Amazon River basin. It is a relatively peaceful cichlid that can live in communities and generally coexists with smaller fish.

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   South America

Distribution:   Amazon River Basin

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025