Acarichthys heckelii

Common Name:  Threadfin Acara

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