Andinoacara rivulatus

Wavy blue head markings and gold-orange fin margins in commonly traded forms.

The head has wavy blue markings, and commonly traded forms have gold-orange fin margins.

Adult length

Up to 30 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

20–24 °C

Lifespan

7–10 years

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

5–25 dGH

Natural habitat

Inhabits coastal streams of various sizes.

Adult size and territoriality far exceed the impression given by juveniles. It digs the substrate.