Orange Flash Apistogramma

General

Geographic Origin:
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Venezuela
Latin Name: Apistogramma cacatuoides, apistogramma cacatuoides
Other Names & Variants:
- Dwarf Cichlid
- Apistos
- Cockatoo Cichlid
- Orange Flash Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
- Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid

Characteristics

Colors: Black , Blue , bronze , Gold , Grey , Orange , Purple , Red , Silver , Yellow
Lifespan: 4.5 - 8.0 years
Average Size: 2.92 inches
Temperament: Territorial
Breeding Style: Eggs
Substrate Preference: Sand, Gravel
Swim Zone: Bottom

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Orange Flash Apistogramma.

Algae
Blackworms (frozen)
Blackworms (live)
Bloodworms (freeze-dried)
Bloodworms (frozen)
Bloodworms (live)
Brine Shrimp (freeze-dried)
Brine Shrimp (frozen)
Brine Shrimp (live)
Daphnia (freeze-dried)
Daphnia (frozen)
Daphnia (live)
Flakes
Mysis Shrimp (frozen)
Mysis Shrimp (live)
Pellets
Shrimp (frozen)
Shrimp (live)

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

Water Flow Preference: Slow
pH: 5.8 - 7.0
Temperature: 73.33°F - 83.67°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.