{"product_id":"electric-blue-acara-2-copy","title":"Large Electric Blue Acara (3”)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"168\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"92\" data-start=\"72\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"93\"\u003eAndinoacara pulcher\u003c\/em\u003e (Electric Blue variety is a selectively bred morph)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"202\" data-start=\"170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"200\" data-start=\"170\"\u003eMaximum Size and Lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"203\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"205\"\u003eGrows up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"217\"\u003e6–7 inches (15–18 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in length. 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In captivity, they thrive on a balanced diet of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1431\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003ehigh-quality pellets, frozen foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, mysis shrimp), and vegetable matter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1437\"\u003eSupplement with spirulina-based foodsn and blanched vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2007\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1582\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003eThe Electric Blue Acara is a selectively bred form of the Blue Acara, prized for its shimmering metallic blue coloration and relatively calm temperament compared to many other cichlids. They are hardy, adaptable, and striking in display tanks, making them suitable for both novice and experienced aquarists. With proper care, they can become personable, recognizing their keeper and showing active, interactive behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2397\" data-start=\"2009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2033\" data-start=\"2009\"\u003eNatural Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2033\"\u003eThough the Electric Blue is a cultivated variety, its wild counterpart (\u003cem data-end=\"2129\" data-start=\"2108\"\u003eAndinoacara pulcher\u003c\/em\u003e) originates from \u003cstrong data-end=\"2218\" data-start=\"2147\"\u003eslow-moving rivers, lakes, and streams of South and Central America\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly in areas with sandy bottoms, submerged wood, and moderate vegetation. 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