Apistogramma Trifasciata

Apistogramma Trifasciata (Three-Stripe Apisto)

Apistogramma trifasciata, commonly known as the Three-Stripe Apistogramma, is a beautiful and captivating dwarf cichlid known for the three dark horizontal bars running along its body. Males display more vivid coloration, often showing metallic blues, yellows, and elongated fin extensions, while females are smaller and more subtly marked. These fish are best kept in well-structured, planted aquariums with plenty of hiding spots and soft, slightly acidic water. Though generally peaceful, they can be territorial—especially during breeding.

Need to Know:

• Recommended For: Advanced beginner to experienced hobbyists

• Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres (larger if keeping multiple males)

• Temperature Range: 24–28°C

• pH Range: 5.5–7.0

• Recommended School Size: Best kept in pairs or harems (1 male to 2–3 females)

• Compatibility: Semi-peaceful; best with peaceful, non-aggressive tank mates

• Max Size: 6–7 cm

Shipping Disclaimer:

All fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.

Special Requests:

If you have any requests for gender/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.

Rural Shipping:

Good news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. You can find your nearest depot/point here: https://nzcextras.co.nz/nearestlocation/