Uaupes Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma uaupesi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameApistogramma uaupesi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asUaupesi

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.8 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 77-85°F, pH 4.0-6.0, GH 0-4 dGH

Appearance

Member of the pertensis-group with a lyre tail, fine reticulation, blue and yellow flanks and red caudal accents.

Difficulty and care for the Uaupes Dwarf Cichlid

Hard

Origin and habitat

Brazil (Rio Uaupes, upper Rio Negro)

Keeper notes

Territorial during breeding; very soft acidic water required. Harem keeping advised.

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