Apistogramma Sp. Tefe Red Back
A colourful Tefé-trade dwarf cichlid for a sheltered soft-water aquarium.
 
Key Features
Scientific Name: Apistogramma sp. ‘Tefé Red Back’
Caves, sand, wood, plants and broken sight lines.
Scientific Name: Territorial around spawning sites; choose companions carefully.
Scientific Name: Retain the trade designation until supplier population records establish exact identity.
Scientific Name: Keep water conditions stable and make regular partial water changes.
 
Care Requirements
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 5.5–7.0
Aquarium: 80 litres or more
Diet: Small sinking cichlid foods with suitable frozen or live foods.
 
Temperament
Choose tankmates with compatible water requirements and allow suitable swimming and shelter space.
 
Notes
Maintain stable conditions with regular partial water changes.