Scientific name: Apistogramma nijsseni 		Common name: Panda dwarf cichlid 		Family: Cichlidae 		Usual size in fish tanks: 6 - 8 cm (2.36 - 3.15 inch) 		0 14    		Recommended pH range for the species: 5 - 7 		Recommended water hardness (dGH): 2 - 15°N (35.71 - 267.86ppm) 		0°C 	32°F 30°C 	86°F    		Recommended temperature: 23 - 30 °C (73.4 - 86°F) 		The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning 		Where the species comes from: South America 		Temperament to its own species: peaceful 		Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful 		Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels 		Panda dwarf cichlid prefers planted tanks with some driftwood. You must keep the water clear, because this species requires very good filtration and quality environment. Not recommended for beginners.  A tank with rocks will keep Apistogramma nijsseni happy.  Pictures Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.