Pulchra Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma pulchra), first described by Kullander, 1980 is a tiny fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 3.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cichlidae kept in the hobby.
Physical description for Pulchra Dwarf Cichlid is currently being compiled.
Behavioural data for Pulchra Dwarf Cichlid is currently being reviewed.
The males barely reach 5 cm, while the females are barely 2.5 cm in length. Breeding males are very colorful and have extended fin filaments while the female's fins are rounded . Eggs are attached to the ceiling of caves, female cares for eggs and larvae .
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Madeira River basin of the Amazon River basin, Brazil.
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pulchra Dwarf Cichlid |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | kennokääpiöahven |
The following diseases are known to affect Pulchra Dwarf Cichlid.
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