Blue panda apisto - Apistogramma panduro
Blue panda apisto ( common name )
Apistogramma panduro ( fish name )
- Maximum size in aquariums (min-max): 4 - 5 cm ( 1.57 - 1.97 in )
- pH of water: 5 - 7
- Water hardness (dGH): 2 - 8 °N
- Recommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C ( 73.4 - 78.8 °F )
- Compatibility (temperament to it's family): peaceful (read this answer)
- Compatibility (temperament to other fish species): peaceful (read this answer)
- Place in the aquarium: Middle levels
- The way of breeding: Spawning
- Fish origin: South America
Information about care
Food and feeding
These fish are not fussy eaters; a quality flake should be given for the staple diet. Include in their diet, treats of brine shrimp and blood worm.
Origin
South America; they are to be found in the black water streams of Peru.
Sexing
Females are bright yellow with black chest markings. Males will have a blue body color with brown markings.
Breeding
Soft, acidic water is required to get these fish to breed. Add plant pots for spawning sites and condition the parents with live and frozen foods. The female will tend the eggs while the male defends the spawning site. The fry should be free swimming 6-7 days after hatching, initially feed them on Infusoria. As they increase in size, feed them with newly hatched brine shrimp.
Lifespan
The expected life span of this fish is 2-3 years.
Short description
Plenty of hiding places should be included in the tank along with a lot of plants. Regular water changes are required as these fish are very sensitive to poor water quality.
This fish is very peaceful and can be kept with other community fish.
Pictures
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
These fish are not fussy eaters; a quality flake should be given for the staple diet. Include in their diet, treats of brine shrimp and blood worm.
Origin
South America; they are to be found in the black water streams of Peru.
Sexing
Females are bright yellow with black chest markings. Males will have a blue body color with brown markings.
Breeding
Soft, acidic water is required to get these fish to breed. Add plant pots for spawning sites and condition the parents with live and frozen foods. The female will tend the eggs while the male defends the spawning site. The fry should be free swimming 6-7 days after hatching, initially feed them on Infusoria. As they increase in size, feed them with newly hatched brine shrimp.
Lifespan
The expected life span of this fish is 2-3 years.
Short description
Plenty of hiding places should be included in the tank along with a lot of plants. Regular water changes are required as these fish are very sensitive to poor water quality.
This fish is very peaceful and can be kept with other community fish.
Pictures
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
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