Blue Panda Apistogramma
Apistogramma panduro
Blue Panda Apistogramma is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 7.5 cm (≤ 3 in)
- Aquarium size
- 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 21–28 °C
- pH
- 4–6.5
- GH
- 2–8 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 21–28 °C, pH 4–6.5, GH 2–8 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Blue Panda 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
As an omnivore, Blue Panda Apistogramma should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Peru.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Blue Panda Apistogramma get?
Blue Panda Apistogramma reaches ≤ 7.5 cm (≤ 3 in).
What aquarium size does Blue Panda Apistogramma need?
Use an aquarium of at least 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
Is Blue Panda Apistogramma peaceful?
Blue Panda Apistogramma needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Blue Panda Apistogramma?
Keep it between 21 to 28 °C.