| Synonyms | Acara festiva, Cichlasoma festiva, Cichlasoma insigne, Cichlasoma insignis, Heros festivus, Heros insignis, Mesonauta insignis |
| Distribution | Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Peru. |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Difficult to determine. Males sometimes have elongated pectoral and anal fins. |
| Maximum Size | 15cm (6”) |
| Water Parameters | Will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 5.5-7.5, dH: up to 18 degrees. |
| Temperature | 24-30 deg C (75-86 deg F) |
| Compatibility | Specialist community |
| Special Requirements | Not to be kept with small fish e.g. Neon Tetras. |
| Lighting | Medium |