Where can I find Apistogramma spp. and what's the cost?

[ongtw]

hey sorry guys,

i just wanted to know how much does a typical pair of apistogramma cost and where is the best place to get one?

[ongtw]

how much does a Apistogramma agassizii 'Tefe' pair (like this one, http://www.aquaticquotient.com/forum...ad.php?t=38262) typically cost? where is the best place to get one?

i'm very new and going to start a tank this weekend. what should i look out for? e.g. water parameters and etc.

please advice.

[hanz0my]

Ranges from $40 - $$$ depending on what species you are looking for bro.

Place to get them, C328 and Biotope. Biotope is your best bet though.

[EvolutionZ]

apistogramma have many different kinds.. i would say one of the most common will be the apisto. cacatuoides.. can be found in c328 =)

price wise can be from $10+ - few hundreds per pair depends on species and wild caught or tank breed.

my 2cents worth =)

[Cacatuoides]

Not forgetting the home breeders too, some may have juveniles for sale

[doubleace]

Yup agreed with Eman.. Some home breeders might have juveniles for sale.

Most important is remember to cycle your tank first before you get a pair.

Places like C328, Biotope, Seaview and NKS will stock apistogramma. You can drop by to take a look and compare the quality and price.

Welcome to apisto club...

[genes]

This will be useful for you.
http://www.aquaticquotient.com/forum...ad.php?t=19566

[ongtw]

hey guys,

went to biotope today and saw a 60 bucks pair.. my goodness i love the colours! shucks... almost wanted to buy but then again i think i better read up more or else end up killing them.

btw you know of any homebreeders selling? maybe can get a few from them to start out with.

[ongtw]

genes,

thanks for your link. i just read it. does my tank temperature has to be at 28 to 30 to keep them and hopefully breed them? i'm planning to do some planting like hairgrass and such. so i was thinking to bring the temperature down to 25 or below.

is that harmful to apistogramma?

[mobile2007]

hi ong,

I spotted a few pairs of apisto cacatuoides "orange flash" , apisto vietja at Y618 2 week ago . Selling at $28 per pair, not sure they are still there.
( Paiseh, not selling you any juvenile )

[genes]

25 is ok. just make sure that your temperature do not fluctuate. If not....white spots may appear.

[iwishweallcouldwin]

welcome to the apisto club. enjoy your stay! and all the best in your search for the ideal apisto for your tank! which 60 bucks pair are you referring to regarding your search in biotope?

[ongtw]

hi mobile,
where is thi Y618? anywhere near aquastar?

hi genes,
wow... so when i see any white spots does it mean its going to die? or can i do something to save it?

guys, i apolgize for my ignorance

[iwishweallcouldwin]

Y618 is at Blk 618 near Khatib MRT. shop name is 'That Aquarium'. You can get the address from the LFS directory of this forum.

[ongtw]

thanks man,

i'll be going there to check it out this weekend. also, i'm going to start a planted 1 ft tank this weekend. is it adviseable to put those fishes in straight after planting or should i let it settle for a month or so before introducing them?

[ongtw]

oh btw the 60 bucks pair is the blue coloured male. i think its the only blue coloured apisto there. i'm loving it