Species Profile
Agassizi's Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma agassizii
Cichlidssemi-aggressive
Adult size
3″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
5.5–7
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
bottom
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Males develop a flame-tipped tail. Pairs hold a territory; harem of 1 male : 2-3 females in 30gal+ works well.
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