{"product_id":"apistogramma-borellii-pairs","title":"Apistogramma Borellii (Pairs)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Apistogramma Borellii\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma Borellii is a beautiful and relatively peaceful South American dwarf cichlid, highly regarded for its brilliant blue, yellow, and orange colouration and engaging personality. Males develop striking blue facial markings, yellow bodies, and elongated fins, while females typically display rich yellow colouration that becomes especially intense when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Paraguay and Paraná river systems of South America, Apistogramma Borellii naturally inhabits slow-moving waters with leaf litter, submerged wood, aquatic vegetation, and plenty of natural hiding places. Their compact size makes them an excellent choice for smaller planted aquariums while still providing the fascinating territorial behaviour associated with dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma Borellii are generally peaceful outside of breeding, although females can become territorial when protecting eggs or fry. Providing caves, driftwood, plants, and visual barriers allows each fish to establish its own territory and reduces aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey pair particularly well with peaceful South American community fish such as Neon Tetras, Cardinal Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Corydoras, Pencilfish, and Otocinclus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of quality micro pellets, frozen bloodworms, daphnia, baby brine shrimp, blackworms, and other small live or frozen foods will help maintain excellent colouration, condition, and breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful, colourful, and full of personality, Apistogramma Borellii is an excellent dwarf cichlid for planted aquariums and South American community setups.\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 borellii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apistogramma Borellii\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paraguay and Paraná River systems, South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male 6–7 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 22–27°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–12 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, South American community tanks, nano cichlid setups, and biotope aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Borellii aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful dwarf cichlids. However, females can become highly territorial when spawning and protecting their eggs or fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Apistogramma Borellii live in a community aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They can be kept with peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Cardinal Tetras, Corydoras, Pencilfish, and Otocinclus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Apistogramma Borellii eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey enjoy quality micro pellets alongside frozen and live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, baby brine shrimp, and blackworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I tell males and females apart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales are larger and usually display stronger blue, orange, and yellow colouration with more elongated fins. Females are smaller and develop an intense yellow colour, particularly when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Borellii easy to breed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They can breed readily when provided with suitable caves, clean water, stable conditions, and appropriate food. Females typically guard 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\u003eApistogramma need secure hiding and spawning locations. Small caves, coconut shells, rocks, and driftwood work well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with aggressive tank mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid larger or highly territorial fish that may stress or dominate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing a bare aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlants, leaf litter, wood, and visual barriers help replicate their natural environment and reduce territorial conflict.\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 food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA varied diet containing quality frozen and live foods can significantly improve colouration, condition, and breeding success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48890767868043,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/1DG1-0wZ7RrMwKyYlG6pzkpvG5RZLyEHOiufsdopNwkIfeNQS8WOyT96hybh-rko8Z4imPun6A_4tR_35Lncd6ifWuUaIspSnK5WGrML2cTG9ZOvu2yPuxAodHuJTgW6Hof0wvktbu5JfAC5GC3RCVbGEO9VYpsXvFKCshSud9o_YglQgz0hmkO.jpg?v=1786242711","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/apistogramma-borellii-pairs","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}