{"product_id":"borelli-apistogramma","title":"Borelli Apistogramma","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"142\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA peaceful dwarf cichlid with shimmering blue highlights and brilliant yellow colouring\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eBorellii Apistogramma\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the Umbrella Cichlid, is one of the most peaceful and beginner-friendly Apistogramma species. Males display vibrant yellow bodies accented with iridescent blue highlights and elongated finnage, while females develop deeper yellow colouration, especially during breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eIdeal for planted aquariums, Borellii Apistogramma thrive in environments with driftwood, caves, leaf litter, and gentle water flow. Their calm temperament makes them an excellent choice for peaceful community aquariums, where they spend their time exploring the lower levels of the tank. Hardy and full of personality, they are a fantastic introduction to the world of dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jnt6uo\" data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate aquarists and planted community aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 litres\u003cbr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept as a pair or single male\u003cbr data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; may become territorial during breeding\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood 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: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1773791819344000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2k9yi1kfNS3gGYbl3HPv0B\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/\u003cwbr\u003enearestlocation\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43195297923149,"sku":null,"price":58.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/ApistogrammaBorelliiOpalMale_800x495_8b12e23e-dc1f-4e0f-8fbe-8b53c2fefdaa.jpg?v=1782954568","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/borelli-apistogramma","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}