Apistogramma agassizii Red

Apistogramma agassizii "Gold Fire Red":

🐠 Apistogramma agassizii – Gold Fire Red, Red

Common Name: Agassizii Cichlid
Color Morph: Gold Fire Red
Origin: Amazon River Basin, South America

🧬 Care Level: Intermediate

📏 Size: 3–3.5 inches (males), 2–2.5 inches (females)

🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)

💧 pH: 6.0–7.5

💠 Hardness: Soft to moderate (2–12 dGH)

🐟 Tank Size: 20 gallons+ for pairs

🍽️ Diet: Carnivore – live/frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), high-quality pellets

🤝 Temperament: Semi-aggressive; territorial during breeding

🪵 Habitat: Fine sand, driftwood, leaf litter, shaded areas; peaceful tankmates recommended

⚠️ Special Notes:

• Do best in soft, acidic water with stable parameters
• Harem setups (1 male, 2+ females) work well in larger tanks
• Add caves and shaded hideouts for breeding and comfort
• Stunning coloration deepens with quality diet and low stress
• Avoid fin-nipping tankmates or aggressive species