Mendez's Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma mendezi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma mendezi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asMendezi

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size3.2 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 4.0-6.0, GH 0-4 dGH

Appearance

Large for an Apisto with a high body, blue-green iridescence, red-orange fin accents and an ornate facial pattern.

Difficulty and care for the Mendez's Dwarf Cichlid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Brazil (Rio Negro basin)

Keeper notes

Territorial during breeding; sensitive to water quality so stress-related aggression rises if parameters drift.

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