Uaru

Uaru amphiacanthoides

Also known as: Triangle Cichlid, Waroo

A large, gentle, discus-like cichlid with a dark triangular body patch as an adult.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

80–86°F

pH

5–7

Hardness

1–10 dGH

Max size

10 in

Min tank

125 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Groups (4+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Herbivore

Care level

Advanced

Lifespan

10-15 years

Breeding

Substrate spawner

Suitability

Advanced

Origin

Amazon and Negro river basins, Brazil

Grows to about 10 inches and does best in a group, so plan on 125 gallons or more. Needs warm, soft water and a diet heavy in vegetables and spirulina. It will eat most plants. A peaceful tankmate for discus and larger angelfish.