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Panda Uaru - (Uaru fernandezyepezi)
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🐠 Panda Uaru – (Uaru fernandezyepezi)

The Panda Uaru is a rare and highly sought-after cichlid from blackwater rivers in Venezuela. Known for its distinctive panda-like black markings on a creamy to golden background, this species is peaceful for a cichlid but grows quite large, requiring a spacious aquarium. Its beauty, rarity, and unique temperament make it a prized show fish for advanced aquarists.


🌊 Tank Setup

  • 🏞️ Minimum 100+ gallon tank for a small group or large adult pair
  • 🌿 Soft, sandy substrate with driftwood and root tangles to mimic natural habitat
  • 🍂 Dim lighting and tannin-rich water (blackwater conditions preferred)
  • 💧 Strong filtration but gentle flow
  • 🪵 Provide shaded areas and open swimming space

🍽️ Diet

  • 🌱 Omnivorous with a strong preference for plant matter
  • 🥬 Feed high-quality pellets, spirulina, blanched vegetables, and occasional frozen foods (bloodworms, mysis shrimp)
  • ⚠️ Avoid high-protein diets to prevent digestive issues
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⚖️ Temperament

  • 🤝 Generally peaceful for a large cichlid
  • 🐟 Best kept in groups or pairs with similarly sized, non-aggressive tankmates
  • 🛑 Avoid keeping with small fish that can be eaten

🧠 Behavior & Care

  • 🧼 Needs pristine water and regular maintenance
  • 📏 Grows large and requires plenty of swimming space
  • 💛 Social and intelligent – can recognize their keepers
  • ⚠️ Sensitive to poor water quality and sudden parameter shifts

📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Uaru fernandezyepezi
🐠 Common Name Panda Uaru
🌎 Origin Venezuela (Orinoco River basin)
📏 Size Up to 12 inches (30 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 80–86°F (27–30°C)
💧 pH Range 5.0–6.5
🐟 Temperament Peaceful to semi-aggressive
🏠 Tank Size 100+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Omnivore (plant-heavy)
🎯 Experience Level Advanced

💡 The Panda Uaru is a gentle giant with panda-like markings and a calm demeanor—perfect for aquarists seeking a centerpiece fish for a large, well-maintained aquarium.

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