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Green Terror
Andinoacara rivulatus
Beautiful South American cichlid with golden-green coloration.
Care Parameters
Adult size
20 cm
Min tank
250 L
Temperature
20–27°C
pH
6.5–8
Diet
Omnivore
Temperament
Aggressive
Water zone
All levels
Difficulty
Intermediate
Suitable Plants
5Lilaeopsis
A miniature grass-like plant that forms a dense, low carpet. One of the smallest foreground plants, ideal for nano aquascapes. Tolerates low light but grows denser under high light.
Alternanthera reineckii
Care profile for Alternanthera reineckii: medium-high light, medium CO₂, intermediate difficulty.
Dwarf Hairgrass
Care profile for Dwarf Hairgrass: medium-high light, medium CO₂, intermediate difficulty.
Dwarf Lettuce
A floating rosette plant resembling small lettuce heads. Provides shade, absorbs excess nutrients, and offers cover for fry. Roots provide habitat for microorganisms.
Anubias barteri
Care profile for Anubias barteri: low light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.
Suitable Equipment
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Common Problems
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High Ammonia Poisoning
Elevated ammonia levels cause burns, redness and rapid breathing.
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Dropsy
Abdomen swells and scales stand out like a pinecone — usually a bacterial infection.
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Filter Crash
The biological filter fails after aggressive cleaning, media replacement or a long outage.
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Fish Hiding or Chronic Stress
Fish hide constantly, refuse food and fade in color.
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Temperature Shock
Sudden temperature swings after water changes, heater failure or power cuts stress fish.
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