{"product_id":"apistogramma-trifasciata","title":"Apistogramma Trifasciata","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"134\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eApistogramma Trifasciata (Three-Stripe Apisto)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"679\" class=\"\"\u003eApistogramma 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"698\" class=\"\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"767\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"767\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced beginner to experienced hobbyists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"839\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"839\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 litres (larger if keeping multiple males)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"874\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"874\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"900\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"900\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"890\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"986\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"986\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in pairs or harems (1 male to 2–3 females)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1070\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1070\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-peaceful; best with peaceful, non-aggressive tank mates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1095\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1095\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cbr\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\" 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":41762968993869,"sku":"","price":67.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/apistotrifas.jpg?v=1746064378","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.co.nz\/products\/apistogramma-trifasciata","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}