If you plan to breed your apistos, I definitely don’t recommend 2
different species
/tank It is not for fear of cross-breeding, but for the problems it often causes that leads to lower survival rates of the young. Instead, keep a male and 3 females of the same species or remove a pair to a smaller breeding tank.
How many Apistogramma should be kept together?
It’s best to keep more than one Apistogramma in the tank More females are preferred, as males tend to show signs of aggression. Common options are to keep bonded pairs together or do a harem grouping with multiple females to one male.
Can you have one Apistogramma?
new member
. That is just fine I keep some of my males in solo tanks until I am ready to try breeding them with a female. The only disadvantage I can see is that they are really fun to watch when there is a female in the tank.
Can you keep just one Apistogramma?
Can apistogrammas be kept alone? They can, but will not thrive For the apistogrammas to be happy, it needs suitable tank mates, and males should ideally have multiple female apistogrammas around.
Can you keep 2 male Apistogramma together?
A 1+ meter long tank should be able to have 2 males with their own territories If 1 male claims the entire tank, it usually is an indication that the tank is not properly designed with visible territorial boundaries and many hiding places. Of course, each female will need similar territories, too.
Can you keep Apistogramma with corydoras?
Corydoras pygmaeus are fine with Apistogramma , I’ve not tried any of the bigger Corydoras. The Tetras will pick off any
apistogramma fry
, but the female may manage to damage a few of them before all the fry are gone.
Does Apistogramma need sand?
Active Member. Sand is definitely NOT a must as many apisto breeders and hobbyists in Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore do NOT use sand. I myself only use sand in a few tanks with special purposes. The majority of other apisto collectors and breeders in Hong Kong even do NOT use sands as the substrates for any tank!!.
Is Apistogramma a
community fish
?
Apistos are a wonderful choice for a community tank They’ll live on the bottom of the tank, so they’ll do well with any species that doesn’t take up the valuable ‘floor space’ down there.
How many Apistogramma are in a 10 gallon?
Ten gallon is a bit small for a pair , unless it is very heavily planted and has lots of cover. Smaller, less aggressive species would work, Apistogramma borellii for example. A male on his own would be fine, and you could dither it with any Tetra etc.
Can you keep Apistogramma with angelfish?
New Member. IME No you can’t keep angels and cacatuoides in the same tank , cockatoos are too inquisitive and will constantly nip at the fins of the angels. This goes for all apistos.
How many Apistogramma are in a 29 gallon?
Member. My advice for a 29g would be 1 male and 2 females, 3 if heavily planted.
Will Apistogramma breed with other fish in the tank?
Apistogramma Tank Mates While compatibility varies from species to species, apistos are generally happy with any of the following as tank mates, as long as there is plenty of space and food As with most cichlids, different species of cichlids and dwarf cichlids usually live well together.
Can I keep Apistogramma with guppies?
Short term, they would probably work out ok, but most guppies are going to prefer a higher pH / harder water / higher temps than apistos. As far as them getting along, yes, it could probably work ; although the guppies will probably prey on apisto fry.
How big do Apistogrammas get?
Apistogramma are dwarf cichlids with adults reaching between 2 and 8 cm (0.8–3.1 in) in standard length depending on exact species.
What is the most colorful Apistogramma?
As for most colourful that is personal preference. I am a big fan of any wild fish especially anything in blue like trifasciata and panduro etc. Bitaeniata, agassizii and borellii are beautiful as well. I think borellii are a great choice and look forward to seeing your setup.
What is the smallest Apistogramma?
Not only is Apistogramma angayuara the smallest Apistogramma species known (according to the scientists who described the species), with the largest male measuring just 24.7 mm and the largest female a mere 22.7 mm, it is also found in rapid flowing water and feeds predominantly upon rhizopods.
Are Apistogramma Hardy?
This dwarf cichlid is a hardy fish , which, unlike the majority of the Apistogramma species, does not require soft and acidic water—it is perfectly comfortable at a pH of 7 and general hardness of up to 10 dGH.
Are
apistogramma peaceful
?
Apistogramma cacatuoides (Cockatoo Cichlid) These dwarf cichlids are not the most peaceful of the species , especially when there are fry and eggs around, but they will live relatively peacefully with bottom dwellers and small schooling species like rasboras.
What is the largest apistogramma?
Sabaj Pérez are calling Apistogramma kullanderi , the newest member of a popular genus of dwarf cichlids and now the largest-known Apistogramma species.
Can corydoras live with peacock cichlids?
One popular question that a lot of people ask is this: can I keep corydoras with cichlids in the same tank? No, you should not Especially if they are African Cichlids. African Cichlids (as well as all Cichlids) are known for being aggressive, between their species as well as across the species.
Can cichlids and corydoras live together?
Corydoras catfish also make great tankmates Smaller species of pleco can also comfortably share a tank with dwarf cichlids. Keep in mind that many dwarf cichlids require soft, acidic water, and any tankmate needs to tolerate this as well.
Can Apistogramma live in gravel?
Tank Requirements They prefer sand over gravel as they like to sift, however, I keep mine with gravel and have had no issues.
What temperature do Apistogramma like?
Water temperature should be kept between 73 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit This species is peaceful when kept with other community species similar in size and non-aggressive (avoid other dwarf cichlid species).
Does Apistogramma dig?
These fish are quite shy and retiring and require a planted aquarium with plenty of hiding places (e.g., driftwood, PVC tubing, flowerpots and so on). A fine gravel substrate is recommended. Apistos seem uncomfortable over bare bottoms and they seem to enjoy digging.
Can you keep a single cichlid?
Can cichlids live alone? When provided with clean water and food, in theory most cichlids are able to survive alone However it is best to keep at least a breeding pair or more to allow them to thrive. The only cichlid that is often kept alone is the Oscar.
How big do dwarf cichlids get?
Males can be up to 2 inches in length. Females are smaller at about an inch A 10- or 20-gallon aquarium is sufficient for their needs.
References
https://theaquariumguide.com/articles/apistogramma
https://www.apistogramma.com/forum/threads/keeping-two-species-of-apistos-in-one-tank.10824/
https://www.apistogramma.com/forum/threads/can-you-keep-just-1.3111/