Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma hongsloi
What you need to keep a Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid
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pH
5.5–7
Temperature
24–29 °C
Max size
7 cm
Min tank
60 L
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Males develop a deep raspberry-red belly and trailing fin extensions. Needs soft, warm, acidic water and is best kept as a pair or a single male with several females.
Care guide
Keeping Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 60L aquarium suits Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 5.5–7 and 24–29°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Carnivore — frozen and live foods. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Territorial when breeding. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose robust tankmates of similar size, and nothing small enough to be eaten. Add Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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