Payamino Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma payaminonis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma payaminonis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asPayaminonis

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size3.2 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 77-84°F, pH 5.0-6.8, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Males show a blue-grey body with a dark throat/breast region and red-orange edging on the dorsal and caudal fins.

Difficulty and care for the Payamino Dwarf Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Ecuador (Rio Payamino, upper Napo)

Keeper notes

Territorial when breeding; harem keeping advised. Generally moderate outside spawning.

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