Subfamily Cichlasomatinae Higher classification Cichlid Rank Genus | Scientific name Laetacara Phylum Chordata Order Perciformes | |
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Lower classifications Redbreast acara, Laetacara curviceps |
Peek into my 55g laetacara dorsigera tank they spawned
Laetacara is a small genus of cichlids native to soft, acidic freshwater habitats in South America. The genus is also collectively known as the smiling acaras. The range of the genus extends from the upper Orinoco River in Venezuela to the ParanĂ¡ River in Paraguay. Like all cichlids, Laetacara species have well-developed brood care.
Contents
- Peek into my 55g laetacara dorsigera tank they spawned
- Dwarf cichlid laetacara curviceps
- Species
- References
All members of the genus are monogamous, open spawning cichlids. Most species are popular in the fishkeeping hobby and are frequently kept in aquariums. Laetacara species are relatively small cichlids, growing from 5-10 centimetres (2-4 in) in length and are part of the group known to aquarists as dwarf cichlids.
Dwarf cichlid laetacara curviceps
Species
There are currently six recognized species in this genus:




References
Laetacara Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA