Meinken's Dwarf Cichlid:

LATIN NAME:

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Apistogramma meinkeni

pH:

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6.5

WATER TEMP:

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72-82 deg. F. They prefer 77-78

AVG. MAX. SIZE:

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2+ inches / 5 cm.

MINIMUM RECOMMENDED TANK SIZE:
Do not place in tanks smaller than 15 gallons, 20+ gallons is preferred.

BREEDING:

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Egg-layers

FEEDING:

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Mainly Live Fish. Cichlid Pellets, Brine Shrimp & Frozen Blood Worms.

NOTE:

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They are known to devour small fishes.

LIGHTING:

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Bright, but not direct sunlight.

TEMPERAMENT:

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Peaceful,with larger fish. Can be territorial.

COMMENTS:
A very unique small Cichlid, vibrant colors and can be kept in tanks as small as 15 gallons. Not for the standard small community tank due to their "eating" habits.