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Name
Scientific name
Taeniacara candidi
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
Taeniacara candidi is a dwarf cichlid from Brazil, ranging from the lower Rio Negro along the Amazon as far as the Rio Tapajós. It needs ve…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
64mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 45 cm, Minimum depth 38 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 27–30°C, pH 4.5–5.8
Hardness
0–1dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Brazil, Amazon, Negro
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Native to Brazil, where its range extends from the lower Rio Negro along the Amazon as far as the Rio Tapajós.
Habitat
Native to Brazil, where its range extends from the lower Rio Negro along the Amazon as far as the Rio Tapajós.
Aquarium size
45 ∗ 38 ∗ 30 cm - ~51 litres
Maintenance
Taeniacara candidi require a densely planted tank with plenty of hiding places (these can be covered by bits of driftwood, bogwood, mopani wood or clay/plastic…
Water conditions
Temperature: T. candidi prefer higher temperatures - 81 to 86°f (27 to 30°c). pH: Very acidic - 4.5 to 5.8 Hardness: Very soft, usually no more than 1°dH.
Diet
Taeniacara may not accept dried food. Make sure a varied diet of frozen foods are given, though live foods will undoubtedly be preferred. Be prepared to find a…
Behaviour and compatibility
Taeniacara candidi are said to be one of the most aggressive dwarf cichlids around. Some reports intone that the male is hyper-aggressive, whereas other report…
Sexual dimorphism
Males are bigger with more vivid patterning, females are smaller but still possess a blue-spotted caudal fin.
Reproduction
Some reports indicate that breeding Taeniacara candidi is extremely difficult. However, there have been frequent reports of T. candidi breeding in the home aqu…
Notes
Taeniacara candidi are the source of much discussion amongst dwarf cichlid keepers. They are a highly attractive species, but require very specific water param…
References
References
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