Atahualpa dwarf cichlid
Apistogramma atahualpa
FishFreshwater
Apistogramma atahualpa reaches 5-6 cm. Males are very colorful with red and blue dorsal and caudal fins. Females are duller. It is territorial but peaceful. It prefers very soft, acidic water. Breeding is similar to other Apistogramma, with maternal care.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 5–6.5 |
| GH | 1–5 |
| KH | 0–3 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group2
Adult size6 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful but territorial during breeding
Care notes
Tank of at least 60 liters. Very soft water (GH 1-5, KH 0-3) and acidic (pH 5.0-6.5), temperature 24-28°C. Many hiding places. Diet: brine shrimp, daphnia, small pellets. Sensitive species. Compatible with other small peaceful fish. Breeding in a species tank.