Pucallpa Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogrammoides pucallpaensis)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogrammoides pucallpaensis

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asApistogrammoides, Pucallpaensis

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-84°F, pH 5.0-7.0, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Very small, Apistogramma-like fish with a slim body, faint lateral band and modest blue-yellow coloration; resembles a miniature Apisto.

Difficulty and care for the Pucallpa Dwarf Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Peru (Ucayali basin near Pucallpa)

Keeper notes

Tiny and relatively peaceful; territorial only over a small spawning cave. The sole member of its genus, distinguished by extra anal-fin spines.

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