Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
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NameCockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
Scientific NameApistogramma cacatuoides
Common NamesCockatoo Dwarf Cichlid, Cockatoo Cichlid, Dwarf Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Peru, Bolivia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras Catfish, Oto Catfish, Small, peaceful bottom dwellers
Description
The Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid is a popular and colorful South American cichlid, known for the elaborate finnage of the males. Females are smaller and less colorful, but display vibrant yellow during breeding. They are cave spawners and excellent parents, often seen guarding their fry.
