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Apistogramma borellii
Apistogramma borellii
Males are larger and more colorful than females, with more extended fins.
- Adult length
- Up to 6.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
- Water temperature
- 20–26 °C
- Lifespan
- Up to 5 years
- pH
- 6–8
- Hardness
- 1–15 dGH
- Native range
- Native to the Paraguay basin and lower Paraná drainage in Argentina.
- Natural habitat
- Creeks and tributary waterways.
Water conditions differ between wild origins; pH 5–8 is not equally suitable for every individual.
Appearance and identification
Common selectively bred color forms are the same species.
Social behaviour and territory
A 45 × 30 cm footprint suits a pair; groups need substantially more space. Egg-guarding females may drive males away aggressively.
Diet and feeding
Mainly small animal foods; alternate Artemia, Daphnia and frozen foods, and try small pellets.