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<b>Common Names:</b> Panda Dwarf Cichlid
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Apistogramma njessini</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Cichlidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.0-7.0 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-86°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 2-15 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 10-18 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 3 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 30g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Carnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> The Panda Dwarf Cichlid is an egg layer that prefers to spawn within a cave. Once the female has laid her eggs, the male will follow to fertilize them. The fry will be free swimming within seven to ten days.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Semi-aggressive
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Compatible with Plecos.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Densely planted groupings with plenty of open swimming areas but also hiding places. A fine gravel to sand substrate is recommended. Sensitive to bad water conditions, water should be changed more frequently.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Amazon Basin of South America.
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