Umbrella Cichlid

Apistogramma borellii

Also known as: Yellow Dwarf Cichlid

A peaceful, cool-tolerant dwarf cichlid with sky-blue and yellow males.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

2–12 dGH

Max size

2.5 in

Min tank

20 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Pairs

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Cave spawner

Suitability

Common

Origin

South America (Paraguay, Paraná)

One of the gentlest and most adaptable Apistogramma, tolerating cooler, less extreme water than most. A bonded pair tends a cave together. Excellent for a calm soft-water community.