{"product_id":"apistogramma-agassizii-pairs","title":"Apistogramma Agassizii (Pairs)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Apistogramma Agassizii\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma Agassizii is one of the most popular and recognisable South American dwarf cichlids, prized for its elongated body, vibrant colouration, and impressive flowing fins. Males can develop intense red, orange, yellow, and blue colouration, often with a striking dark lateral marking running along the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Amazon Basin of South America, Apistogramma Agassizii naturally inhabits slow-moving streams, shallow forest waters, and areas rich in leaf litter, roots, driftwood, and aquatic vegetation. Providing plenty of natural structure in the aquarium encourages natural behaviour and gives these fish secure territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful community fish but become territorial during breeding, particularly around caves and spawning sites. Keeping a well-structured aquarium with multiple caves, plants, driftwood, and visual barriers helps minimise aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma Agassizii pairs well with peaceful South American species such as Cardinal Tetras, Neon Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Corydoras, Pencilfish, and Otocinclus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of quality micro pellets supplemented with frozen and live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, blackworms, and baby brine shrimp will help maintain strong colouration, growth, and breeding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their spectacular colour, flowing fins, and fascinating behaviour, Apistogramma Agassizii is an excellent feature fish for planted and Amazonian-style freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma agassizii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apistogramma Agassizii\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amazon Basin, South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male 7–9 cm | Female 4–5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, territorial when breeding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore \/ Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 Litres\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–10 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 Years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted aquariums, Amazon biotopes, blackwater aquariums, and peaceful community tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Agassizii aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful, but become territorial during breeding. Females in particular will defend their spawning area and fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Apistogramma Agassizii live in a community aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They can be kept with peaceful species such as Cardinal Tetras, Neon Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Corydoras, Pencilfish, and Otocinclus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Apistogramma Agassizii eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey enjoy quality micro pellets as well as frozen and live foods including bloodworms, daphnia, blackworms, and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I tell males and females apart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are larger and develop much more elaborate finnage and stronger red, orange, yellow, and blue colouration. Females are smaller and generally become bright yellow when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Agassizii easy to breed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With suitable caves, soft water, stable conditions, and a nutritious diet, they can breed readily. The female typically guards the eggs and fry while the male defends the surrounding territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing caves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffer several small caves or spawning sites so females can establish secure territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with aggressive fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid large or highly territorial tank mates that may stress or dominate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing a bare aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlants, driftwood, leaf litter, and shaded areas provide security and encourage natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor water quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintain clean, stable water and perform regular water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding only dry foods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA varied diet including frozen and live foods helps maximise colouration, condition, and breeding success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48891828928651,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/z-WQCNlRROUzU2pmW_Ni8-fO7zDpMCnPt6EAf_zed_mZCFLTxKvNhSJMGqjyWh0aNTvCpf0eRpQTrbbm1c4d-yJ_to6ide-BYgDqi19MrqwmJazhr1jeMAILK_h0vrIrkkIhZrrmHYl0EdoQTNkIuRd3jLM3r5V3Is_2Z_N0Oy3dqtvCHXIdPro.jpg?v=1786260231","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/apistogramma-agassizii-pairs","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}