Agassiz's dwarf cichlid
Apistogramma agassizii
Family : Cichlidae
FishFreshwatercichlids
A small, colorful dwarf cichlid, ideal for planted aquariums.
Popularity
Biotope specialist
requires biotope recreation
Availability
Specialty onlyShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Apistogramma agassizii is a dwarf cichlid from the Amazon. Males display bright colors from yellow to red, with elongated fins. Females are duller but fiercely protect their spawn. This species prefers soft, acidic water rich in tannins.
Habitat
Region :
Blackwater rivers and streams in the Amazon
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
pH5.5–6.5
GH2–8 °dGH
KH1–3 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 1 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
3/5
Diet
Carnivore
Min. tank
60 L
Min. group
2
Adult size
8 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Care notes
Keep in a species tank or with peaceful fish. Provide hiding places (roots, leaf litter). Soft water (GH < 8, KH < 3), pH 5.5-6.5, temperature 24-28°C. Feed live or frozen foods.
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