Norbert’s dwarf cichlid - Apistogramma norberti
By: Kingfisher
Species Name: Apistogramma norberti
Common Names: Norbert’s dwarf cichlid
Synonyms:
Family: Cichlidae
Order: Perciformes
Class: Actinopterygii
Max Size: 3.9 cm / 1.5 inches
Environment: Fresh Water
Origin: South America: Tahuayo River basin of the Amazon River basin, Peru.
Temperament: Norbert’s dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma norberti) is a peaceful species that can become a somewhat aggressive during spawning. It is a territorial cichlid and will be aggressive towards other similar species that occupy the same habitat.
Company: Norbert’s dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma norberti) can be kept with most small peaceful species such as tetras, rasboras, and cory cats.
Water Parameters: pH 5.8-6.8 , temperature 23-26 ° C / 73.4-78.8 ° F
Aquarium Setup: Norbert’s dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma norberti) requires the same tank set up as most other apisto dwarf cichlids. They require hiding places in the form of rocks, caves, or wood and lots of plants in the tank. A darker substrate seems to bring their coloration out better as do adding floating plants to the tank to subdue the lighting.
Feeding: Norbert’s dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma norberti) appreciate live or frozen foods with the odd meal of quality flake or small pellets. They enjoy blood worms and brine shrimp, but be careful not to overfeed as they demand high water quality.
Breeding: Eggs are deposited on the ceiling of caves and are cared for by the female Norbert’s dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma norberti). The female will defend the nest and the male will mate with several females at any one time. Can be kept in harems.