Apistogramma
Apistogramma macmasteri “Redneck”
Apistogramma macmasteri “Redneck” is a wonderful dwarf cichlid. They are best kept in pairs or trios, I’ve found a 10 gallon aquarium to be sufficient for a pair and a 15 gallon for a trio. This species is relatively peaceful as far as Apistogrammas go, but the female will become dominant over the male during brood care. Therefore, a plethora… Read moreRead moreApistogramma macmasteri “Redneck”
Tristan Watson
Apistogramma cruzi “Melgar/ Malay” F2
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Apistogramma cruzi “Melgar/Malay” F2 This is a medium sized Apistogramma, males will reach 3″, while females stay slightly smaller, around 2-3″. I have found this to be a particularly aggressive species, they will do best in a 20 gallon long, at the least. Larger tetra species work well as dither fish to divert some of their aggression, I’ve used… Read moreRead moreApistogramma cruzi “Melgar/ Malay” F2
Tristan Watson
Apistogramma baenschi “Inka”
Apistogramma baenschi “Inka”. Females Only This species is relatively peaceful compared to other Apistogramma species. I would suggest a 15 gallon aquarium for a pair. They prefer soft, acidic water and require caves for spawning. Despite their fairly calm temperaments, dither fish should be housed with this species. Small schooling fish such as ember tetras and dwarf pencilfish work well… Read moreRead moreApistogramma baenschi “Inka”
Tristan Watson
Apistogramma panduro
Apistogramma panduro. Males Only Apistogramma panduro is a very unique Apistogramma species. The females remain much smaller than the males, at about 2.5″, while the males can reach 3.5″. Females have a distinct difference in appearence, with a black saddle that wraps around their midsection, while males have a sky blue body. This is a relatively peaceful Apistogramma species, a… Read moreRead moreApistogramma panduro