Two-Striped Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma bitaeniata)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma bitaeniata

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asBitaeniata Apisto, Banded Dwarf Cichlid

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 79-86°F, pH 4.5-6.5, GH 1-5 dGH

Appearance

Males have elongated dorsal and tail filaments, a lyre tail, and two parallel body stripes with blue facial sheen and yellow flanks.

Difficulty and care for the Two-Striped Dwarf Cichlid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Upper Amazon, Peru and Brazil

Keeper notes

Harem-breeding and territorial during spawning; one male with several females over caves with broken sightlines. Will eat shrimp and fry. Needs soft acidic blackwater to thrive and breed.

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