Cinilabra Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma cinilabra)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma cinilabra

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asCinilabra, Black Lip Apisto

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 77-85°F, pH 4.5-6.5, GH 0-5 dGH

Appearance

Robust body with dark lips/lower head, blue-grey flanks and orange-red fin accents; a distinctive nijsseni-group relative.

Difficulty and care for the Cinilabra Dwarf Cichlid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Peru (isolated swamp forest near Iquitos)

Keeper notes

Territorial when breeding; specialized soft-water needs. Harem keeping advised.

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