APISTOGRAMMA BAENSCHI 3-4CM

The Apistogramma Baenschi, also called "Apisto Inka" or "Inka dwarf cichlid," is a fish native to the streams of the Peruvian Amazon. Valued for its bright colors and fascinating behavior, it is ideal for aquarium enthusiasts passionate about dwarf cichlids. This fish is not only beautiful but also captivating thanks to its territorial behavior and social interactions.

Main Features:

• Size: 3 to 4 cm, perfect for adapting to a new environment.
• Origin: Streams and swampy areas of the Amazon basin, mainly in Peru.
• Behavior:
  • Territorial but peaceful in a suitable environment.
  • Thrives in pairs or harems with several females.
• Ideal water parameters:
  • pH: 5.5 – 6.5 (fresh and slightly acidic water).
  • Temperature: 24 – 28°C
  • Hardness: 1 – 8°dGH
• Diet: Carnivorous, it enjoys live or frozen prey (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms), as well as specific pellets for cichlids.

Why choose the Apistogramma Baenschi?

• Spectacular beauty:
  • Males display vibrant colors with red, yellow, and blue patterns.
  • Females show softer but equally elegant shades.
• Interesting behavior:
  • Their social and territorial interactions offer a captivating display.
• Adaptability:
  • Ideal for well-planted aquariums with plenty of hiding spots.
• Fascinating reproduction:
  • Species perfect for observing parental behaviors of dwarf cichlids.

Tips for a better experience:

• Aquarium setup:
  • Provide a tank of at least 60 liters with roots, caves, and plants to recreate a natural habitat.
  • Add a dark substrate to highlight their colors.
• Water quality:
  • Maintain clean water with regular changes and gentle filtration.
• Breeding:
  • Provide hiding places like coconut shells or overturned flower pots to encourage spawning.