Apistogramma Cacatuoides Care Guide
Apistogramma cacatuoides · Moderate care · 20 gallon minimum
The cockatoo dwarf cichlid — males flare spiky, orange-tipped fins; a colorful centerpiece for soft water.
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How big does a apistogramma cacatuoides get?
A apistogramma cacatuoides (Apistogramma cacatuoides) reaches about 3.0 inches as an adult. Plan tank size and tank mates around the adult size, not the small fish you buy at the store.
Tank size & setup
Give a apistogramma cacatuoides a minimum of 20 gallons, with water at 75–82°F and a pH of 6–7.5. As a moderate-care, carnivore species, a stable, cycled tank with the right diet keeps them healthiest.
Good tank mates
Pair a apistogramma cacatuoides with peaceful species that share its temperature and pH range. Compatible options include:
- Neon Tetra — 1.5", 10g min
- Guppy — 2.0", 10g min
- Molly — 4.0", 20g min
- Platy — 2.5", 10g min
- Zebra Danio — 2.0", 10g min
About the apistogramma cacatuoides
Apistogramma cacatuoides or the cockatoo dwarf cichlid is a South American cichlid and the Apistogramma species most commonly bred in captivity.
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