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Apistogramma Tefe Red Back

Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is a rare and striking dwarf cichlid with an intense red back and bold pattern—perfect for planted aquariums, soft water community tanks, and dedicated Apistogramma setups. Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is a highly sought-after dwarf cichlid, known for its vivid red back, contrasting body markings, and impressive personality. Originating from the Rio Tefé region, this Apistogramma variety looks incredible in a well-structured, planted aquarium with soft, slightly acidic water. The strong red back colour really pops against dark substrate, leaf litter, and lush greenery. Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is ideal for aquarists who enjoy rare Apistogramma varieties, detailed aquascapes, and watching natural behaviours such as courtship, territory display, and cave spawning. Care Requirements for Apistogramma Tefé Red Back Tank Size: Minimum 60L for a pair or small group of dwarf cichlids Water Parameters: Soft, slightly acidic water, pH around 5.5–7.0, temperature 24–28°C Aquarium Setup: Planted aquarium with driftwood, caves, leaf litter, and shaded areas to create territories and hiding spots Filtration: Gentle to moderate flow with very stable, clean water conditions Feeding Apistogramma Tefé Red Back are omnivores and thrive on a varied, high-quality diet. Offer: Fine sinking pellets or granules formulated for dwarf cichlids Frozen foods such as brine...

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Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is a rare and striking dwarf cichlid with an intense red back and bold pattern—perfect for planted aquariums, soft water community tanks, and dedicated Apistogramma setups.

Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is a highly sought-after dwarf cichlid, known for its vivid red back, contrasting body markings, and impressive personality. Originating from the Rio Tefé region, this Apistogramma variety looks incredible in a well-structured, planted aquarium with soft, slightly acidic water. The strong red back colour really pops against dark substrate, leaf litter, and lush greenery.

Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is ideal for aquarists who enjoy rare Apistogramma varieties, detailed aquascapes, and watching natural behaviours such as courtship, territory display, and cave spawning.

Care Requirements for Apistogramma Tefé Red Back

Tank Size: Minimum 60L for a pair or small group of dwarf cichlids
Water Parameters: Soft, slightly acidic water, pH around 5.5–7.0, temperature 24–28°C
Aquarium Setup: Planted aquarium with driftwood, caves, leaf litter, and shaded areas to create territories and hiding spots
Filtration: Gentle to moderate flow with very stable, clean water conditions

Feeding

Apistogramma Tefé Red Back are omnivores and thrive on a varied, high-quality diet. Offer:

Fine sinking pellets or granules formulated for dwarf cichlids
Frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms
Occasional live foods to enhance colour, condition, and breeding behaviour

A rich, varied diet helps bring out the intense red back and strong pattern that make Tefé Red Back Apistogramma so desirable.

Compatibility & Behaviour

Apistogramma Tefé Red Back is generally peaceful but can be territorial, especially when pairing or breeding. They are best kept with:

Small, calm schooling fish such as tetras, rasboras, and pencilfish
Peaceful bottom-dwellers that do not compete for the same caves

Avoid fin-nippers and very boisterous species. A single male Apistogramma Tefé Red Back with one or more females in a well-structured tank often works best.

Additional Information

Type: Dwarf cichlid (Apistogramma species from the Tefé region)
Behaviour: Intelligent, interactive, and very engaging to watch
Lifespan: Around 3–5 years with stable, high-quality water
Difficulty: Best for intermediate to advanced aquarists who can maintain soft, stable water conditions

Choose Apistogramma Tefé Red Back if you want a rare, high-impact dwarf cichlid that becomes a true centrepiece in a carefully aquascaped, soft water aquarium.

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