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Apistogramma borellii Blue

Apistogramma borellii

Origin: Paraguay / Brazil

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Water Parameters

Temperature2226 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH67.5
49
GH (Hardness)212 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)06 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH

Quick Stats

Max Size
7 cm
Min Tank
80 L
Lifespan
5
Swimming Level
bottom
Schooling
No
Diet
carnivore
Temperament
Peaceful for an Apistogramma; good community dwarf cichlid.

About

Apistogramma borellii 'Blue' is one of the most accessible Apistogramma species, tolerating slightly cooler temperatures and less extreme water chemistry than many congeners. Males develop vivid blue-yellow colouration with contrasting dark markings. It is one of the more peaceful Apistogramma and can work in larger community planted tanks, though it still requires some shelter and territorial definition. An excellent first Apistogramma.

Care Guide

pH 6.0–7.5. Cooler temperatures (22–26°C) tolerated. 80+ L community planted. Caves. 1M + 2F. Feed: small live/frozen foods.

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