Scientific Name: Apistogramma viejita (Gold Morph)
Common Name: Gold Apistogramma, Gold Vieja
Family: Cichlidae
Origin: South America, specifically the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions
Size: Up to 2 inches (5 cm) for males, slightly smaller for females
Lifespan: 5-8 years
Diet: Omnivorous; primarily feeds on small live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms, but will also eat high-quality cichlid pellets and flakes
Temperament: Generally peaceful, but can be territorial during breeding
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
pH: 6.0-7.5
Hardness: 2-15 dGH
Tank Size: Minimum 60 Litres, but larger tanks are better for providing a more natural environment and reducing territorial behavior
Compatibility: Good with peaceful community fish, especially those that occupy different areas of the tank, such as tetras, rasboras, and small catfish