Apistogramma Nijsseni

Overview
In the wild, Panda Dwarf Cichlid inhabit slow-moving shallow bodies of blackwater under the dense forest canopy, and in many places the substrate is composed of leaf litter. The home aquarium should contain soft acidic water and a dark substrate, and be well matured before these delicate fishes are added. Ideally it will also be heavily planted with plenty of hiding places/territories amongst rocks and bogwood. Floating plant cover could be used to help diffuse the light. Peat filtration and the addition of Indian Almond Leaves ( Terminalia catappa ) would be very beneficial in helping to create the favoured conditions. The tank should have a tight fitting cover, as these fish can jump. Panda Dwarf Cichlids are generally peaceful, but can become rather territorial when breeding; keep either a single pair, or in larger aquaria, one male with several females (which will form a harem)

Care
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Diet: Carnivore
Max Size: 7cm
Origin: South America
Family: Cichlidae
Tank Size: 70L
Temperature: 23-28c
pH: 5.0-7.0
Product Photo is for reference only. Exact fish may vary in size and colour.