Cockatoo Cichlid

 

Family Name: Cichlidae

Scientific Name: Apistogramma Cacatuoides

Origin: South America

Maximum Adult Size: Around 4 Inches

Temperament: Peaceful. Can Get Agressive While Breeding

Time Active: Diurnal

Ideal P.H: 6 - 8

Ideal Temp: 23°c - 26°c

Ideal Salinity: Freshwater

Diet: Flake, Livefoods, Frozen.

Tank Region: Middle/Bottom Dweller

Gender Differences: Males Have Extrended Rays On The Dorsal Fin And More Vivid Colouring

Breeding: Easy. Harem Breeder. Condition With Live Foods.

Lifespan: Unknown

Ideal Tankmates: Smaller, Peaceful Species

Notes: Prefers heavily planted tanks with bogwood throughout. This species of Apistogramma is a harem breeder and prefers 2 or more females to each male, although they will breed as pairs if neccessary. Spawning usually occurs on a flat surface such as bogwood, stones, flowerpots, etc.