{"product_id":"apistogramma-panduro-pairs","title":"Apistogramma Panduro (Pairs)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Apistogramma Panduro\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma Panduro is a stunning South American dwarf cichlid prized for its intense blue facial markings, yellow body, dark lateral markings, and distinctive red-orange highlights on the fins. Males develop particularly impressive colouration and finnage as they mature, while females become intensely yellow when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the upper Amazon region of Peru, Apistogramma Panduro naturally inhabits slow-moving forest streams and blackwater environments filled with leaf litter, submerged roots, branches, and dense vegetation. Recreating these conditions in the aquarium allows them to display their best colours and natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally peaceful outside of breeding, Apistogramma Panduro become territorial when spawning. Providing multiple caves, driftwood, plants, and visual barriers gives females secure areas to establish territories and raise fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey make excellent companions for peaceful Amazonian species such as Cardinal Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Pencilfish, Corydoras, Otocinclus, and other small community fish.\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 excellent colouration, growth, and breeding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its spectacular blue facial markings and vibrant yellow colouration, Apistogramma Panduro is an exceptional choice for planted aquariums and dedicated dwarf cichlid 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 panduro\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apistogramma Panduro\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru, Upper Amazon Basin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male 7–8 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 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0–7.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–8 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, blackwater aquariums, Amazon biotopes, and peaceful community tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Panduro aggressive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful but become territorial when breeding. Providing several caves and visual barriers helps minimise aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Apistogramma Panduro live in a community aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They work particularly well with peaceful Amazonian fish such as Cardinal Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, Corydoras, Pencilfish, and Otocinclus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Apistogramma Panduro 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 generally develop stronger blue facial markings, longer fins, and more pronounced body markings. Females are smaller and develop an intense yellow colour when breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Apistogramma Panduro easy to breed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With soft, slightly acidic water and suitable caves, they can breed readily. Females guard the eggs and fry while the male typically defends the surrounding territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing enough caves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide multiple small caves so females can establish secure spawning territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with aggressive tank mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge or aggressive fish can stress Apistogramma and prevent natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing a bare aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDriftwood, leaf litter, plants, and shaded areas help recreate their natural environment.\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":48890817282187,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/QiXg3DVnan-66XbBUxgIACMCMZCwSG_XOEiy79AR4FdJ-GLhA9ukVSpfLzsy6wivt9WceinvaGY3UsYTInOEUhEkZaFfl0dDdvKkEyQNbSL6F9tF-usWSjVwHCzYN1om1v3a-kaq7s2-41EJwSlgOEFkXDftafl9j8pQC_-6YXV2xhpjyTg8iXA.jpg?v=1786243350","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/apistogramma-panduro-pairs","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}