Aquarist Species: Ivanacara bimaculata
Aquarist: groverlee
Species Profile: Ivanacara bimaculata
Description: A dwarf cichlid from South America native to Guyana's blackwater habitats. It is smaller and less aggressive than it's cousin Ivanacara adoketa.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: South America
Distribution: Guyana
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Collection Point: Río Potaro
Genetic Line: FX 3rd or more Generation
Year Acquired: 2025
Date of Acquisition: 28/07/2025
Source: Aquarium Glaser GmBH
Current Stock: 2.7.??
Water Parameters
pH: 6.5–6.8
Temperature: 26°C–28°C
Ammonia: 0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 0.25 ppm
GH: (Not Tested)
KH: (Not Tested)
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes