Macmaster's Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma macmasteri)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma macmasteri

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asMacmasteri Apisto, Red Neck Apisto, Villavicencio Apisto

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-84°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Males show a high body with red-edged dorsal and tail fins, a red 'collar' marking, and blue-green facial sheen. Several line-bred red forms exist.

Difficulty and care for the Macmaster's Dwarf Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Upper Orinoco / Rio Meta basin, Colombia

Keeper notes

Territorial harem spawner; keep one male with multiple females and plenty of caves/sightline breaks. Will eat shrimp and fry. Peaceful with upper-level community fish.

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