{"product_id":"apistogramma-panduro","title":"Apistogramma panduro - Pandurini","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma panduro\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panduro Dwarf Cichlid, Pandurini Apistogramma\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApistogramma panduro\u003c\/em\u003e is a striking South American dwarf cichlid prized for its \u003cstrong\u003ebold coloration, strong sexual dimorphism, contrasting dark markings, and classic Apistogramma personality\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mature males can develop beautiful blue, turquoise, and yellow tones with reddish accents in the fins, while females are especially distinctive, often displaying vivid yellow coloration with prominent black markings when in breeding condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003eAmazon Basin of Peru\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eA. panduro\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits soft, acidic waters where submerged wood, leaf litter, roots, and other natural structures provide abundant shelter. In the aquarium, providing a similarly structured environment helps these fish feel secure and encourages their natural territorial and breeding behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough small, Panduro Apistogramma are true cichlids with plenty of personality. They spend much of their time exploring the lower portions of the aquarium and establishing territories around caves, driftwood, plants, and other protected areas.\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 5.0–7.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore with a preference for small protein-rich foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature, well-filtered aquarium with fine sand, driftwood, plants, caves, leaf litter, and plenty of visual barriers. Multiple hiding places and defined territories are particularly important when keeping a pair or multiple dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied diet of high-quality, appropriately sized prepared foods supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and other small aquatic foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma panduro\u003c\/em\u003e can be kept with carefully selected peaceful community fish, but it can become strongly territorial, particularly when spawning. Avoid aggressive tankmates and excessive competition from other bottom-dwelling species. Providing adequate space and multiple territories is especially important when keeping more than one Apistogramma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApistogramma panduro\u003c\/em\u003e is a cave-spawning dwarf cichlid. Females typically select a protected cavity for spawning and become highly territorial while guarding their eggs and developing fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coloration, markings, fin development, size, and sex naturally vary between individual fish. Males and females can look considerably different, particularly when mature or in breeding condition. 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":52547905880344,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-08-20at11.38.37AM.png?v=1787240371","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/apistogramma-panduro","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}