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Apistogramma

Apistogramma sp.

Apistogramma (Apistogramma sp.) aquarium profile: minimum 20 gallon tank, 3 inch adult size, 74-82°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

Community leaningModerate care
Apistogramma aquarium fish
20 galMinimum tank
3 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
74-82°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
5.5-7.5
GH
1-10 dGH
KH
0-6 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Moderate
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
3/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/micro-predator
Diet difficulty
3/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

live or fresh foodsmall foodsneeds review
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