Apistogramma Borellii

[James Holbrook]

What would be the coldest water you would keep an Apistogramma Borellii?

I have noticed a few talking about them being in room temps without a heater, but someone’s room temperature can vary from person to person?

Thank you for reading.

[Fish Folk]

Field study reports summarized here have them in water temperature from 75-77 degrees Fahrenheit (24-25-C). I've seen ranges from 72-86 degrees F labeled as suitable online.

Best thing to do is contact a reliable source of origin -- a breeder, if possible - and learn from them.

Edited January 29, 2022 by Fish Folk

[James Holbrook]

On 1/28/2022 at 11:53 PM, Fish Folk said:

Best thing to do is contact a reliable source of origin -- a breeder, if possible - and learn from them.

I hear ya. I am hoping to run into a breeder here. Everyone I know keeps African Cichlids.

Thank you for the help.

[Fish Folk]

On 1/29/2022 at 1:46 AM, James Holbrook said:

I hear ya. I am hoping to run into a breeder here. Everyone I know keeps African Cichlids.

Thank you for the help.

This site has a number of interesting threads about all Apistogramma. I'll respectfully caution, from past personal experience, that not everyone there is as friendly as here on the CARE Forum. But most folks are helpful on the whole. 

[James Holbrook]

On 1/29/2022 at 12:59 AM, Fish Folk said:I'll respectfully caution, from past personal experience, that not everyone there is as friendly as here on the CARE Forum. But most folks are helpful on the whole. 

I hear ya. I use to keep Bettas until I found out I was doing it all wrong according to the Betta police. 😆

Took me awhile to get here, but I trust Cory that it would stay respectful.

I’m in no hurry for the answer to be honest. They just seemed interesting so I thought I would toss it out there. I have a few others to acquire before even thinking about others.

Thank you for the heads up.