Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid
Apistogramma hoignei
Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in)
- Aquarium size
- 90 L or larger
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 23–29 °C
- pH
- 5–7
- GH
- 5–15 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 90 L or larger. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–29 °C, pH 5–7, GH 5–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid 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, Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid 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: Venezuela, Brazil.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 90 L or larger.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
Similar fish profiles
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FAQ
How large does Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid get?
Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid reaches ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in).
What aquarium size does Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid need?
Use an aquarium of at least 90 L or larger.
Is Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid peaceful?
Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Hoigne’s Dwarf Cichlid?
Keep it between 23 to 29 °C.