Apistogramma urteagai
Apistogramma urteagai
Also known as: Urteaga's Apistogramma, Peruvian Yellow Dwarf Cichlid
Origin: South America (Peru)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 3-5
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; harem-forming; females aggressive around spawning sites
About
Apistogramma urteagai is found in Peruvian blackwater streams and is a close relative of A. agassizii, sharing many of its characteristics while displaying distinctive blue-black suborbital bars on an intense yellow body. Males develop well-defined lyre tails and are highly colourful in soft, warm conditions. It is a reliable cave spawner and the females take sole responsibility for brood care.
Care Guide
Water: 24-28°C, pH 5.0-6.8, GH 1-8, KH 0-3; soft acidic water essential for colour. Tank: 80L minimum; caves, leaf litter, and driftwood create optimal conditions. Feeding: Omnivore; live artemia, frozen bloodworms, and quality micro-pellets. Behaviour: Males hold harems; females are aggressive and dedicated brood-guarders. Compatibility: Peaceful community fish with small tetras, rasboras, and corydoras.
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