Re: Apistos for beginner - pair or harem?

[BigJohnW@webtv.net (John Wubbolt)]

Hello Kristo
Depending on the species of apistos you want to keep, would depend on
whether you would want pairs or small groups.   I presently keep Apisto
Bitaeniata, Apisto Cruzi, Apisto sp Puerto Narino, Apisto Borelli and
Apisto Cacatuoides in either trios or small groups.   I also have better
luck with some species in just pairs like; Panduro, Nijsenni, Viejita
ll, Hongsloi ll and Steindachneri.    Then my Aggies, Norberti and
Eunotus do well in either pairs or small groups or trios.   Basically
you have to find a feel for what will work for you.   If I were you I
would try a trio to start with and if you find that doesn't work remove
one of the females.    Just don't try two males in the same tank.  I
have not had good luck in those cases where I had 2 adult males in the
same tank.   They never seemed interested in spawning only displaying in
front of or chasing the other male away.    Which ever way you choose,
enjoy your fish.  

John Wubbolt



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