Apistogramma Cacatuoides Triple Red M/F
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(v25.04): Froese, R. and D. Pauly, Editors. World Wide Web electronic publication.
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Boettiger, C., Temple Lang, D. and Wainwright, P. (2012)
Journal of Fish Biology 81(6), 2030–2039.
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Cichlids - South American, lot number 50
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Apistogramma Cacatuoides Triple Red (1 Male, 1 Female)
Quick Facts
- Scientific Name: Apistogramma cacatuoides
- Common Name: Triple Red Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
- Origin: South America (Amazon River basin, Peru); tank-bred variants are common in the hobby
- Adult Size: Males reach about 3 inches (7.5–10 cm); females are smaller at around 2 inches (5 cm)
- Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
- Temperament: Semi-peaceful and intelligent, but territorial during the breeding process
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons for a pair or small group
- Water Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- Water pH: 6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Diet: Omnivorous/carnivorous; thrives on high-quality pellets, frozen, and live foods like brine shrimp
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