Apistogramma Aggasizii januari

Apistogramma agassizii, also known as Agassiz's Dwarf Cichlid, is found in the Amazon River basin from Peru to the Capim River Basin2. They inhabit clear, still or slow-moving, leaf-littered black and white water creeks in their geographic area  This is a very rare Brazilian color from. 

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 74-84°F (23-29°C)

• pH: 5.0-7.0

• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water, ideally 1-8 dGH

Tank Setup

• Tank Size: Minimum of 15 gallons for a pair

• Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel

• Decor: Provide plenty of hiding spots using driftwood, rocks, and leaf litter. Live plants are also beneficial.

• Filtration: Gentle filtration to mimic their natural slow-moving waters

Diet

• Food: High-quality flake or pellet food, supplemented with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.

Behavior & Compatibility

• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can be territorial, especially during breeding.

• Tank Mates: Other peaceful fish that thrive in similar water conditions. Avoid larger or aggressive species.

Breeding

• Spawning: They are cave spawners, so provide small caves or crevices.

• Care: Males can be aggressive towards females during breeding, so ensure there are plenty of hiding spots.