{"product_id":"apistogramma-trifasciata","title":"Apistogramma Trifasciata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApistogramma trifasciata\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant South American dwarf cichlid, noted for the male's fine blue-green iridescence, dark lateral stripe and extended dorsal fin. A fascinating choice for experienced aquarists who enjoy observing natural territorial and courtship behaviour in a planted, structured aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love this fish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts small size and intricate markings reward close viewing. Use driftwood, leaf litter, shaded planting and separated caves to break sight lines. Males may become territorial, particularly during breeding, and small ornamental shrimp may be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apistogramma trifasciata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e males approximately 5–6 cm; females smaller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 60 L for a carefully planned pair, with abundant cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideally about 5.5–7.0; stable, low-mineral water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e dwarf cichlid; territorial around caves and breeding areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e small carnivore\/micro-predator foods, quality granules and frozen\/live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering and arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupply is subject to final fish condition and supplier confirmation before dispatch. Allow this fish to acclimate carefully to a mature, fully cycled aquarium; sudden changes to temperature or water chemistry should be avoided. Featured images, when present, are representative of the named variety rather than photographs of the specific fish dispatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eProduct image is an AI-generated representative illustration of the listed fish variety; the individual supplied may vary.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glass \u0026 Gill","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":54016046006566,"sku":"RT-854","price":575.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/glass-gill-apistogramma-trifasciata-generated_6e02ac4f-0047-4105-b992-fa5cd38ee12b.png?v=1791114306","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/apistogramma-trifasciata","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}