Aequidens metae
| Common Names: | Twin Spot Flag Cichlid Yellow Acara |
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| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Category: | Cichlids |
| Distribution: | America - South; Columbia, South America. |
| Main Ecosystem: | River; River |
| Temperament: | Peaceful; Peaceful. |
| Diet: | Ominvore; Ominvore |
| Care: | Feed with flakes and pellets. Should only be kept in a single species aquarium or with other slow moving, peaceful fish. Hiding places among plants and driftwood are recommended. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 12cm (4.7") Female: 12cm (4.7") |
| Water Region: | All; All |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | Very difficult to tell at smaller sizes. Males grow slightly larger, while mature females are fatter. Males will also develope longer dorsal and anal fin rays as they become larger. While the females will have more rounder anal and dorsal fins. |
| Breeding: | Difficult. Try lowering the water level and slightly raising the temperature when introducing new water. A large, flat rock is recommended to be placed on the bottom in the middle of a large swimming area. |
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| Comments: | Easy to keep though not readily available. |
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| Markings: | Not Specified |
| Mouth: | Not Specified |
| Tail: | Not Specified |
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| Submitted By: | Adam |
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