Borelli's dwarf cichlid

Apistogramma borellii

Family : Cichlidae

FishFreshwatercichlids

Borelli's dwarf cichlid is a peaceful dwarf cichlid with bluish and yellow colors.

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Popularity

Biotope specialist

requires biotope recreation

Availability

Specialty only

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

South America

Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Description

It reaches 5–7 cm. Males have elongated dorsal and anal fins, with metallic blue and yellow colors. Females are smaller and pale yellow. One of the most peaceful apistogrammas, can live in groups. Less territorial than other species. Hardy and easy to breed.

Habitat

Region :

Borelli's dwarf cichlid inhabits clear, slow-moving waters of the Paraguay and Paraná basins, with sandy bottom and abundant vegetation.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH4–10 °dGH

KH3–6 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 15 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.3 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Carnivore

Min. tank

60 L

Min. group

Adult size

7 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Care notes

Temperature 24–28°C, pH 6.0–7.5, moderate hardness. A minimum 60-liter tank for a pair or small group. Water can be slightly acidic to neutral. Décor with plants, driftwood and hiding spots. Diet: small live or frozen foods, pellets. Compatible with other small peaceful fish. Very tolerant.

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