{"title":"New Arrivals","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"apistogramma-cacatuoides-double-red","title":"Apistogramma cacatuoides - Double Red","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Red Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Double Red Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid is a stunning selectively bred variety of \u003cem\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e, prized for its \u003cstrong\u003eintense red-and-black finnage, elongated dorsal rays, and compact size\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mature males are especially striking, developing extended fins and bold coloration that make this one of the most recognizable Apistogramma varieties in the freshwater aquarium hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNative forms of \u003cem\u003eA. cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e originate from the \u003cstrong\u003eAmazon River basin of South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, including tributaries of the Ucayali, Amazon, and Solimões systems. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their small size, these are true cichlids with plenty of personality. 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Multiple hiding areas are especially important when keeping a pair or multiple Apistogramma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied diet of high-quality micro pellets or other appropriately sized prepared foods supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and similar small aquatic foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Red Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlids can work well in carefully selected community aquariums, but they may become significantly more territorial during breeding. Peaceful tankmates that occupy other areas of the aquarium are generally preferable to aggressive or highly competitive species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e is a cave-spawning cichlid. 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Mature males can develop particularly vibrant coloration and extended fins, while females remain smaller and typically display more subdued coloration outside of breeding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative forms of \u003cem\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e originate from the \u003cstrong\u003eAmazon River basin of South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they inhabit slower-moving waters and areas with plenty of natural cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDespite their compact size, these fish display the fascinating territorial behavior and personality associated with larger cichlids. They spend much of their time exploring the lower levels of the aquarium and appreciate caves, driftwood, plants, leaf litter, and other structures that provide secure hiding places and defined territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Peaceful \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–3 inches, with males generally larger than females\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore with a preference for protein-rich foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature, well-filtered aquarium with sand or fine substrate, plants, driftwood, caves, and plenty of visual barriers. Multiple hiding areas are particularly important when keeping a pair or multiple dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied diet of high-quality micro pellets and other appropriately sized prepared foods supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and similar small aquatic foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlids can be kept in carefully selected community aquariums with peaceful species of appropriate size. Like other \u003cem\u003eApistogramma\u003c\/em\u003e, they may become significantly more territorial when breeding, especially around caves and spawning sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma cacatuoides\u003c\/em\u003e is a cave-spawning species. Females typically select a protected cavity for spawning and provide dedicated care to the eggs and developing fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange coloration, pattern, fin development, sex, and size naturally vary between individual fish. Mature males generally develop the strongest coloration and most pronounced finnage. The fish you receive may differ from the individual pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. 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Mature males can develop especially vibrant coloration and extended finnage, making Fire Red Agassizii an eye-catching centerpiece for smaller freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative forms of \u003cem\u003eApistogramma agassizii\u003c\/em\u003e occur throughout portions of the \u003cstrong\u003eAmazon River basin in South America\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the aquarium, they thrive in environments that provide plenty of structure and cover while maintaining excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough small, these are true cichlids with complex territorial and breeding behaviors. They typically spend much of their time exploring the lower portions of the aquarium and appreciate caves, driftwood, plants, leaf litter, and other structures that create secure territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Peaceful \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–3.5 inches, with males generally larger than females\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.5–7.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore with a preference for protein-rich foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature, well-filtered aquarium with sand or another fine substrate, plenty of plants, driftwood, caves, and visual barriers. 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Mature males typically develop the most intense colors, while females remain smaller and can display striking yellow coloration, particularly during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative forms of \u003cem\u003eA. borellii\u003c\/em\u003e occur in \u003cstrong\u003esouthern South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, including portions of the Paraguay and Paraná river systems. Compared with many other \u003cem\u003eApistogramma\u003c\/em\u003e, this species is known for tolerating a relatively broad temperature range and is often considered one of the more approachable Apistos for aquarists beginning with dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their small size, Borellii Opals display the fascinating personality and territorial behavior expected from cichlids. 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