Three-Striped Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma trifasciata)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma trifasciata

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asTrifasciata Apisto, Blue Apisto

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size2.5 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-10 dGH

Appearance

Slender males with elongated first dorsal-fin rays, a bold lateral stripe plus lower body stripes, and metallic blue sheen on the flanks and fins.

Difficulty and care for the Three-Striped Dwarf Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Paraguay, Parana and Guapore basins, South America

Keeper notes

Territorial harem spawner; males can be feisty toward conspecifics, so keep one male with several females and ample broken-up territory. Will eat shrimp and fry. Otherwise peaceful with non-bottom community fish.

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