Blue Panda Apistogramma

Apistogramma panduro

Blue Panda Apistogramma is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.

Territorial, especially when breeding; generally more suitable for conditioned pairs than harems.Bottom to middle swimmerBeginner – Intermediate

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm)
Aquarium size: 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate
Temperament: Territorial, especially when breeding; generally more suitable for conditioned pairs than harems.
Swimming zone: Bottom to middle swimmer
Temperature: 72–84°F (22–29°C)
pH: 4–6.5
GH: 0–5 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: 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 22–29 °C, pH 4–6.5, GH 0–5 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.

Offer small live and frozen invertebrates plus appropriate sinking prepared foods; ensure guarding or subordinate individuals can feed.

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 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: Peru.

Similar fish profiles

Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.

Blue Cheek Dwarf Cichlid Apistogramma eunotus Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2.2" (≤ 5.5 cm) 73–84°F (23–29°C) Agassiz’s Apistogramma Apistogramma agassizii Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C) Banded Apistogramma Apistogramma bitaeniata Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C) Allpahuayo Dwarf Cichlid Apistogramma allpahuayo Same genus Same family Similar care level Intermediate ≤ 2.8" (≤ 7 cm) 75–82°F (24–28°C) Amazon Dwarf Cichlid Apistogramma pertensis Same genus Same family Similar care level Intermediate ≤ 1.5" (≤ 3.9 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C) Barlow’s Apistogramma Apistogramma barlowi Same genus Same family Similar care level Intermediate ≤ 2.6" (≤ 6.5 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C)

FAQ

How large does Blue Panda Apistogramma get?

Blue Panda Apistogramma reaches ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm).

What aquarium size does Blue Panda Apistogramma need?

Use an aquarium of at least 21 US gal (80 L) or larger / ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) 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 22 to 29 °C.