Apistogramma trifasciatum (Three -line dwarf cichlid)

Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is a small freshwater fish native to South America. It is a fish from the family of cichlids, which also includes other popular species in the aquarophilia, such as Discus and Guppy. Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is often called "apisto fish" or "tape apistogram fish".

Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is a colorful fish, with bright and attractive colors. The basic color of her body is generally dark brown, with red and yellow horizontal strips that run along his body. Its caudal fins are generally bright red, with black borders. Males often have more bright colors than females, with longer and more developed fins.

Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is a gregarious fish, which means that he likes to live in a group with other fish from his species. Groups can understand up to a dozen fish, although a smaller group of a few fish is sufficient for their well-being. Trifasciatum apistogrammma fish are territorial fish, which means that they defend their territory against other fish from their species. They are also monogamous fish, which means that they mate with a single partner for life.

Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is a relatively easy -to -maintain fish in aquarium. They need a medium -sized aquarium with a fine sand substrate, living plants and rocks or caves to hide. They prefer a well planted aquarium, with areas of shadow and light. They are adapted to a wide range of water temperatures, from 22 to 28 degrees Celsius, but a temperature of 24 degrees Celsius is ideal. They need good filtration of water and regular water change to maintain clean and healthy water.

Trifasciatum apistogramma fish is an omnivorous fish, which means that it feeds on a variety of foods, including living foods, frozen foods and fish pellets.