
Red Edge Apisto
Apistogramma viejita
CichlidsFreshwaterPeacefulBottom DwellerCommunity SafePlanted Tank
Care Sheet
Volume
Length
Temp
Temperature
24–28°C
pH Range
5-7
Min Tank Size
54 L
Max Adult Size
5 cm
Bioload Weight1/10
Special requirements
Mature Aquarium
Sensitive to fluctuating organic wastes and must never be introduced to a biologically immature aquarium.
Leaf Litter & Caves
Requires structured décor with caves, roots, and dried leaf litter to provide security, spawning sites, and beneficial tannins.
Identification Warning
True A. viejita is incredibly rare in the trade. The vast majority of fish sold under this name are actually A. macmasteri. True viejita possess a dark top edge on the dorsal fin.
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