Panduro dwarf cichlid
Apistogramma panduro
FishFreshwater
Apistogramma panduro is a recently described dwarf cichlid. Males are large and colorful with high dorsal fins. Females are smaller and yellow. They live in pairs and are territorial. Water must be very soft and acidic.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25–28 |
| pH | 5–6 |
| GH | 1–5 |
| KH | 0–2 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 1 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group2
Adult size8 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Tank of at least 60L, heavily planted with hiding spots. Very soft water (GH < 5, KH < 2), pH 5.0-6.0, temperature 25-28°C. Varied diet: brine shrimp, daphnia, small insects. Avoid aggressive tankmates.