Our Guide To Keeping Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlid Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Apistogramma agassizii
   • Common name: Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlid
   • Family: Cichlidae
   • Origin: Amazon Basin in South America
   • Adult length: 5 cm
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlids prefer a tank with plenty of hiding places and areas with dense vegetation to mimic their natural habitat. A minimum tank size of 75L is recommended for a pair of these fish.
   • Provide driftwood, rocks, and caves for hiding spots, and use plants like Java Moss, Amazon Sword, and Vallisneria for cover.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlids thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A moderate water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow.

5. Diet:

   • Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlids are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
   • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia to provide essential nutrients and mimic their natural diet.

6. Tank mates:

   • Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlids are peaceful cichlids but can be territorial, especially during breeding. They are best kept in a species-only tank or with other small, peaceful fish species.
   • Compatible tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, dwarf corydoras, and peaceful bottom-dwelling species.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Agassiz's Double Red Dwarf Cichlids are territorial during breeding and may exhibit aggressive behavior towards other fish, especially intruding males.
   • Provide plenty of hiding spots and visual barriers to reduce aggression, and consider keeping only one male with multiple females in the same tank.