Hongslo's dwarf cichlid
Apistogramma hongsloi
Family : Cichlidae
A very colorful dwarf cichlid, popular in the hobby. Males display red, blue, and yellow.

Description
Apistogramma hongsloi reaches up to 7 cm. The male is spectacular with an orange-yellow body, red dorsal and caudal fins edged in blue, and a black stripe through the eye. The female is smaller, pale yellow with a black lateral stripe. It is a territorial species but generally peaceful with similarly sized fish. The female lays eggs in a cave and becomes very aggressive to protect the spawn. It originates from acidic waters in Colombia.
Habitat
Region :
Streams and blackwater of floodplains
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Aquarium of at least 80 L, acidic water (pH 5.5-7.0) and soft (GH 2-6). Temperature 24-28°C. Moderate filtration, low flow. Varied diet: live, frozen, pellets. Provide hiding places (pots, roots). Compatible with tetras, corydoras, other peaceful apistogrammas. Avoid overly active or aggressive fish. Easy breeding in pairs.
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