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Apistogramma macmasteri
Apistogramma macmasteri
A dwarf cichlid from Colombia's upper Meta basin; males are larger with more extended fins.
A dwarf cichlid from Colombia's upper Meta basin. Males are larger with more extended fins.
- Adult length
- Up to 5.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
- Water temperature
- 24–28 °C
- Lifespan
- Up to 5 years
- pH
- 5.5–7
- Hardness
- 0–5 dGH
- Natural habitat
- Native to the upper Meta drainage in Colombia's Orinoco basin.
Wild-origin stock is best kept in a species-only tank or with carefully selected small companion fish. Avoid mixing with other dwarf cichlids.
Appearance and identification
The commercially selected red form A121 and this species' A120 designation are not separate species.
Social behaviour and territory
A pair can use a 45 × 30 cm footprint. Females guarding eggs may drive males away, so provide caves and room for separation.
Diet and feeding
Alternate suitably sized live animal foods, frozen foods and small pellets.