Agassizi White Seam 3cm

White Seam - Apistogramma Agassizii 

The Apistogramma Agassizii white seam has been a relatively new introduction to the aquarium trade. This stunning fish has a much brighter colour palette when compared to the common Apistogramma agassizii in the aquarium. Apistogramma, in general, is renowned as one of the world's more popular dwarf cichlids because of their bold personality, peaceful behavior, and most importantly their stunning colours. 

The agassizii white seam has an abundance of reflective white scales on its body that travel from head to tail. They also have an equally stunning white rim around the trail which shines like a spotlight in the aquarium. Aside from the higher amounts of white scales on this strain of Apistogramma agassizii, the rest of the colours are similar to their common counterpart. The White Seam agassizii has a bright yellow base colour with shades of brown, orange, and purples that travel through the nape of the fish, along with that they have a jet-black lateral line which really stands out against the white scales. This fish would be a great long-term addition to a display community aquarium or a South American biotope and would be a real eye-catcher to look at. 

Trying to find the males and females in this species is possible where adult males have bolder colours and more bright blue scales whereas females have a yellower body. The white seam Apistogramma may be shy when first introduced but will quickly become a loving personality as it flares and displays in the aquarium. Breeding these fish is also quite common where females lay eggs in a secluded location of the tank, males will then fertilize the eggs and safeguard the fry until they mature.  naturally, the wild colour Apistogramma agassizii habitat in South America.

Tank Recommendations for your Apistogramma Agassizii Double Red

The Apistogramma agassizii white seam only needs a tank around with a volume of around 75 liters as they are a small growing fish, in fact, they are considered smaller than most other Apistogramma species. This makes them great for nano community aquariums or to just show off a breeding pair of white seams. 

A sand substrate is advisable as these cichlids actively will sift through the sand looking for food. They will also appreciate hiding areas around small pieces of driftwood, and rock caves and they will love a densely planted aquarium as well.

Suitable Tank Buddies

The Apistogramma agassizii white seam is quite peaceful with aggression only ever coming out during breeding. With adequate space, these fish will get along with a wide range of community fish.

Usually Compatible

Tetras, gouramis, corydoras, angelfish, cherry barbs, and common community fish species.

Sometime Compatible

Other Apistogramma species and dwarf cichlids such as rams and large peaceful cichlids such as uaru or severums might outcompete for food.

Rarely Compatible 

Shrimp and large aggressive species such as African cichlids, Oscars, and Jaguar cichlids.

Feeding your Apistogramma Agassizii White Seam

Being tank bred the double reds will easily consume aquarium foods. Naturally, they are carnivores and they will readily prefer meaty foods however will take to pellets, flake, and frozen and live foods as well. These food options should be fed on a varied basis to ensure the Apistogramma is getting a range of nutrition.