Apistogramma borellii
Temperature
20° - 26 °C
Max size
7 cm
Min tank
60 L
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A gentle Apistogramma tolerant of cooler water and a wider pH range than most. Males show a yellow head and blue sheen; the "Opal" strain is a line-bred form of the same fish.
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Everything you need to keep Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 60L aquarium suits Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 20–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid is carnivore — frozen and live foods. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid is generally peaceful for a dwarf cichlid. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful for a dwarf cichlid tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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