Moderate
Red stroke Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma sp. red stroke)
24–27°C · pH 5.5–7 · 60L
£41.99
A colourful Pebas-form Apistogramma for mature soft-water aquariums with caves, leaf litter and calm tank mates. Best kept by dwarf-cichlid keepers who can provide stable water.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Apistogramma paebas
Max Adult Size
up to 3.5 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
24–27°C
pH Range
4.5–6.5
Minimum Tank
80L
Diet
Carnivore
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Apistogramma paebas
Pebas Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma cf. ortegai "Pebas")
Moderate Care
Semi-Aggressive
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A colourful Pebas-form Apistogramma for mature soft-water aquariums with caves, leaf litter and calm tank mates. Best kept by dwarf-cichlid keepers who can provide stable water.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Apistogramma paebas
Max Adult Size
up to 3.5 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
24–27°C
pH Range
4.5–6.5
Minimum Tank
80L
Diet
Carnivore
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Full Care Guide
Cichlids: Types, Care & Tank Planning
Cichlids are a family of roughly 1,800 accepted species, not one care type. Before buying, identify the exact species and source, then compare adult measurement, usable tank dimensions, social system, territory, tested water, diet and an exit plan. No family-wide minimum tank, water range or tank-mate list is safe.
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Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
24–27°C
24°CIdeal27°C
pH Level
4.5–6.5
4.5Ideal6.5
Pebas Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma cf. ortegai "Pebas")
Pebas Dwarf Cichlid is a specialist Apistogramma trade form best listed as Apistogramma cf. ortegai "Pebas".
Quick facts
- Scientific name: Apistogramma cf. ortegai "Pebas"
- Adult size: about 6 cm for males
- Origin: Pebas/Ampiyacu-region trade form from Peru
- Temperature: 24-28C
- pH: 5.0-7.0
- Diet: small high-protein foods
Care and setup
Use a mature soft-water aquarium with caves, fine sand, roots, leaf litter and subdued areas. Keep changes steady and avoid rough tank mates that will crowd the bottom.
Compatibility
Good companions include pencilfish, small calm tetras and Otocinclus where water chemistry suits them. Avoid large cichlids and active bottom competitors.
Related cichlids
- Red stroke Dwarf Cichlid
- Agassiz's blue dwarf cichlid
- Meinkenni Dwarf Cichlid
- Veijia Dwarf Cichlid
- Mamore Dwarf Cichlid
- Opal Dwarf Cichlid
Ordering from Tropical Fish Co
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