Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – micro pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp, cyclops
Aquarium species profile
Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma cacatuoides · South America (Amazon Basin, Peru/Colombia)
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size3.5"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
Temperature76–82°F
pH range6.0–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Small tetras, corydoras, rasboras
Tank mates to avoid
Other Apistogramma males, fin-nippers
Care notes
Named for the male's elongated dorsal fin spines. One of the hardiest Apistogramma species — more forgiving of pH. Available in orange, double red, and other color forms.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.