{"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. They spend much of their time exploring the lower areas of the aquarium and appreciate caves, driftwood, plants, leaf litter, and other structures that create defined territories and secure hiding places.\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 Approximately 75–82°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 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 a sand or fine substrate, plants, driftwood, caves, and plenty of visual barriers. 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. Females deposit eggs inside protected cavities and provide parental care to the eggs and developing young. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Red coloration, fin development, sex, size, and pattern naturally vary between individual fish. Mature males generally develop the most dramatic finnage and coloration. 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. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52547396698392,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-08-20at9.20.25AM.png?v=1787232237","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/apistogramma-cacatuoides-double-red","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}