{"product_id":"triangle-uaru-cichlid-uaru-amphiacanthoides","title":"Triangle Uaru Cichlid - Uaru Amphiacanthoides","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriangle Uaru Cichlid (Uaru amphiacanthoides)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Triangle Uaru Cichlid is a large, impressive South American cichlid admired for its deep body shape, distinctive dark triangular flank marking and unusually gentle nature for a fish of its size. Also known as the Uaru or Triangle Cichlid, this species is best suited to large mature aquariums with warm, soft water, excellent filtration and carefully chosen tankmates. Juveniles are often attractive and manageable when small, but this is a large-growing cichlid that needs long-term planning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriangle Uaru Cichlid, Uaru, Triangle Cichlid, Wedge Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUaru amphiacanthoides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 25–30 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Triangle Uaru Cichlid originates from South America, including Amazon basin habitats and northern South American river systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the wild, it is associated with warm, slow-moving or gently flowing waters, flooded forest areas, tributaries, submerged roots, branches, leaf litter and sheltered margins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the aquarium, it does best in a large mature setup with driftwood, open swimming space, subdued lighting, smooth décor and stable warm water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 26–30°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 5.5–7.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxygenation: Strong filtration and good oxygenation required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful to semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriangle Uaru Cichlids are generally peaceful for large cichlids, but they are still sizeable fish and may become territorial when mature or breeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are best kept with calm but robust tankmates that enjoy similar warm water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids that may bully them, as Uaru are usually less combative than many other large cichlids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore \/ Herbivorous-leaning Cichlid Diet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriangle Uaru Cichlids need a varied diet with plenty of vegetable matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer quality cichlid pellets, vegetable-based pellets, spirulina foods, algae wafers, blanched courgette, spinach, peas and other suitable greens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, brineshrimp, daphnia, krill and chopped meaty foods, but do not make rich meaty foods the main diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey may eat or damage soft aquarium plants, so planted aquariums should use tougher species or accept some grazing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 450–600 litres for long-term adult care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA larger aquarium is recommended for groups, pairs or mixed large community setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wide aquarium with open swimming room, strong filtration and stable water quality is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Triangle Uaru Cichlid is an intelligent, social cichlid that often becomes more confident when kept with compatible companions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuveniles may form loose groups, while adults may pair off and claim territories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species spends much of its time cruising through the middle and lower areas of the aquarium, grazing surfaces, inspecting wood and interacting with its surroundings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Peaceful Cichlid Community \/ Tank Buster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Triangle Uaru Cichlid is suitable for large, carefully planned aquariums with peaceful to moderately robust tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable companions may include Severums, Geophagus, larger peaceful tetras, silver dollars, larger catfish, bristlenose or larger plecos, angelfish with care and other calm South American cichlids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid small fish that may be swallowed, aggressive Central American cichlids, fin-nippers, tiny community fish, shrimp and any tankmate that may harass or outcompete them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a large cichlid that must be planned for at adult size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with excellent filtration and regular water changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide driftwood, smooth stones, shaded areas and open swimming space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid sharp décor, as large cichlids can injure themselves if startled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey may eat soft plants, so tougher plants attached to wood or rock are usually a better choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUaru do best in warm, stable water and should not be kept in cool community aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are social compared with many large cichlids and are often best kept as a compatible pair or small group where space allows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring breeding, pairs may become protective of their chosen spawning site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuveniles can be more sensitive to poor water quality, so low nitrate and stable conditions are especially important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperienced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional specialist availability, depending on supplier, size and season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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