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Add a pop of vibrant blue and red to your aquarium with the German Blue Redtail Agassizi Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma agassizi). Known for its stunning coloration and elegant body shape, this variety is tank-bred, making it hardy and well-suited for home aquariums. These fish are sold as pairs (1 male, 1 female), perfect for enthusiasts looking to enjoy their unique behavior or start a breeding project.

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What We Love About This Fish:

• Striking Coloration: Brilliant blue body with vivid red accents on the tail and fins.
• Peaceful Temperament: Suitable for community tanks with proper tankmates.
• Unique Social Behavior: Displays fascinating courtship and interaction within pairs.
• Great for Breeding Projects: Known for their parental care during breeding.

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Natural Habitat:

Native to slow-moving tributaries, creeks, and floodplain lakes of the Amazon Basin, Apistogramma agassizi thrives in environments with soft, acidic water and dense aquatic vegetation. These areas often have sandy substrates and are rich in leaf litter, providing natural hiding spots and breeding sites.

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Aquascaping:

• Plants: Best suited to tanks with plants such as Amazon Swords, Cryptocorynes, Java Ferns, and floating plants for shade.
• Hardscape: Include driftwood, leaf litter, and small caves or shelters like coconut huts for breeding or hiding.
• Botanicals: Indian Almond Leaves or alder cones can help replicate their natural habitat, releasing beneficial tannins and creating a slightly acidic environment. Botanical Combo Packs have an assortment of plants leaves that work well with breeding dwarf cichlids.

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Diet and Feeding:

German Blue Redtail Agassizi Dwarf Cichlid thrive on a varied diet. Offer a combination of high-quality foods such as:

• Live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, or bloodworms.
• High-quality pellet or flake foods designed for cichlids.
• Occasional treats of blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach to add variety.

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Tank Mates and Compatibility:

These peaceful dwarf cichlids do well in community tanks with similarly sized, non-aggressive species. Suitable tankmates include:

• Small schooling fish like neon tetras or pencilfish.
• Corydoras catfish or small plecos.
  Avoid larger or aggressive tankmates, as well as other cichlid species in smaller setups.

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Not Shrimp Safe:

Not recommended for tanks with small shrimp or shrimp fry, as they may see them as food. However, they can cohabitate with adult shrimp in large, heavily planted tanks.

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Breeding:

Breeding German Blue Redtail Agassizi Dwarf Cichlids is relatively straightforward in a well-planned setup:

• Provide soft, slightly acidic water (pH 6.0-7.0).
• Offer small structures like Ceramic Dwarf Cichlid Breeding Huts, caves, or coconut shells for the female to lay eggs. These structures mimic their natural hiding spots and create a secure environment for spawning.
• Males display vivid coloration during courtship to attract females.
• After spawning, the female typically guards the eggs while the male protects the surrounding territory.
• Fry can be fed freshly hatched brine shrimp or powdered fry food once they become free-swimming.

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Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 75° - 82°F (24° - 28°C)
• pH: 6.0 - 7.5
• KH: 1 - 6
• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

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Care Guidelines:

• Diet: Feed a varied diet of live, frozen, and prepared foods to maintain health and coloration.
• Social Behavior: Best kept in pairs or harems (1 male, multiple females). Males can be territorial with other males in smaller tanks.
• Origin: Tank-bred by professional breeders, ensuring adaptability to home aquariums.
• Average Adult Size: 2.5 - 3 inches (6.5 - 7.5 cm)
• Average Purchase Size: 1.5 - 2 inches (4 - 5 cm)

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Order Your German Blue Redtail Agassizi Dwarf Cichlids  Today!

These stunning dwarf cichlids are a perfect choice for aquarists looking for vibrant color and unique behavior. Whether you’re adding a single fish or starting a breeding project with a pair, these tank-bred beauties are sure to become a favorite in your aquarium!

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