Macmaster’s Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma macmasteri
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pH
5.5–7
Temperature
24–28 °C
Max size
8 cm
Min tank
75 L
Where to buy
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Avg. price
R599
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A Colombian dwarf cichlid with a red-edged tail and a bold flank stripe. Wants soft water, caves for the female and a quiet tank; "Red Neck" is a line-bred form.
Care guide
Keeping Macmaster’s Dwarf Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 75L aquarium suits Macmaster’s Dwarf Cichlid. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 5.5–7 and 24–28°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 Macmaster’s Dwarf Cichlid last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Macmaster’s Dwarf Cichlid depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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SA price range this month: R345–599 · Average: R361
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