Elizabeth’s Apistogramma
Apistogramma elizabethae
Elizabeth’s Apistogramma is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 2" (≤ 5 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 73–84°F (23–29°C)
- pH
- 4–6
- GH
- 1–3 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–29 °C, pH 4–6, GH 1–3 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Elizabeth’s Apistogramma needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Offer small live and frozen foods and ensure the fish receive their share.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Brazil.
Similar fish profiles
Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.
FAQ
How large does Elizabeth’s Apistogramma get?
Elizabeth’s Apistogramma reaches ≤ 2" (≤ 5 cm).
What aquarium size does Elizabeth’s Apistogramma need?
Use an aquarium of at least 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
Is Elizabeth’s Apistogramma peaceful?
Elizabeth’s Apistogramma needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Elizabeth’s Apistogramma?
Keep it between 23 to 29 °C.
