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Apistogramma borelli Not Evaluated

Yellow dwarf cichlid, Umbrella Cichlid

Stats

Family

Cichlidae

Genus

Apistogramma

Size

5.08 cm

Males are generally larger than females

Temperament

Semi-aggressive, Community

They are dwarf cichlids but can do well in community tanks

Diet

Insectivore, Omnivore

Tank Size

56.78 L

Temperature

20.0 C - 26.0 C

Parameters

pH: 5.0 – 8.0
Hardness: 18 – 268 ppm

Level

Bottom

Other Information

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-layer (Parental Care)

Cave spawner

Spawn Size

50 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Drop in water temperature to simulate rainy season

Fry Care

Parents provide fierce parental care

Locations