Apistogramma borellii (APISTOGMA BORELLII)

A.Borellii is a small robust and peaceful cichlid, which can be kept in harem, 1 male for 3 females.

Borellii apistogramma fish is a freshwater fish native to the waters of the Amazonian basin in South America. It belongs to the cichlid family, a family of fish very diverse in terms of shape, size and color. Borellii apistogramma fish is a small fish, generally measuring between 5 and 6 centimeters long for males and between 7 and 8 centimeters for females. It has an elongated and rounded shape, with a flattened head and large and round eyes.

The Apistogramma Borellii fish has a remarkable coloring, with a dark blue body dotted with orange, yellow and red spots. These spots are more pronounced in males, which also have a larger dorsal fin and a sail -shaped tail. The females are generally smaller and more gray, with less pronounced stains.

The Apistogramma Borellii fish is a gregarious and territorial fish, which means that he likes to live in a group and that he can be aggressive towards other fish if they approach his territory. He likes to live in calm and shallow waters, with many plants and roots to hide. It needs sufficient space to swim and a substrate rich in organic matter to dig nests.

Borellii apistogramma fish is an omnivorous fish, which means that it feeds on plants and animals. He likes to eat vase worms, insects and crustaceans, as well as leaves and algae. It is important to provide it with a varied and balanced diet so that it can grow and reproduce in good health.

The Apistogramma Borellii fish is a very popular aquarophilia fish, due to its beautiful color and its interesting behavior. However, it can be difficult to keep in captivity, especially for beginners. It needs a well -equipped and well -maintained aquarium, with a filter to maintain clean water and an adequate temperature. It is also important to provide him with sufficient space to swim and keep it away from other aggressive fish.

The males are larger and more colorful than females.

Like most species of the genus apistogramma, the A.Borellii are layers on substrate. They need a shelter to lay. A light increase in their temperature often causes laying, as well as some distribution of living food. We get the best results if we let the couple choose, putting more males and female. When it is ready, the female sports a superb intense yellow color. We can then attend a male parade, then they swim together, side for a long time. Then arrives at the time Atendu: Fecondation.