Alenquer Red Tail Agassizii Apistogramma - Apistogramma agassizii

This stunning variant of the classic Apistogramma agassizii originates from the Alenquer region of Brazil and features a vivid red tail that contrasts beautifully with its iridescent blue and gold body. The Alenquer Red Tail is known for its elongated dorsal fin, confident personality, and striking coloration, especially in males.

As a dwarf cichlid, it does well in peaceful, soft-water community tanks or in a dedicated biotope with leaf litter and plenty of hiding spaces. Males are showier, while females stay smaller with more subdued coloring. Breeding pairs often exhibit fascinating parenting behaviors.

Difficulty – Moderate
Temperament – Semi-peaceful (males can be territorial during spawning)
Size – 2.5 to 3 inches
Tank Size – 20 gallons or larger
Temperature – 75°F to 82°F
Diet – Carnivore (frozen foods, live foods, high-protein pellets)
pH – 5.5 to 7.0

🌿 An eye-catching and behaviorally rich dwarf cichlid perfect for planted tanks or South American biotopes.

This listing is for 1 Alenquer Red Tail Agassizii Apistogramma (Apistogramma agassizii, regional variant).