CichlidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Apistogramma borellii Opal
Apistogramma borellii
Origin: Paraguay, southern Brazil
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Water Parameters
Temperature18–25 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)2–12 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)0–5 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 3–4
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Generally peaceful dwarf cichlid
About
Apistogramma borellii 'Opal' is notable for its tolerance of cooler temperatures and its shimmering opalescent blue coloration. The male displays brilliant turquoise flanks and red fins.
Care Guide
pH 6.0–7.5, temp 18–25°C — one of the coolest-water Apistogramma species. Provide leaflitter and caves. Feed live and frozen small invertebrates.
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