Hongslo's Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma hongsloi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma hongsloi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asHongsloi, Red Hongsloi, Super Red Hongsloi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-84°F, pH 5.0-6.8, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Robust body marked with bold red blotches and a deep red belly in mature males; selectively bred Super Red strain intensifies the red coloration.

Difficulty and care for the Hongslo's Dwarf Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Colombia and Venezuela (Orinoco basin)

Keeper notes

Territorial when breeding but otherwise moderate. Harem keeping spreads male attention; provide multiple sight breaks.

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