{"product_id":"rotflossen-zwergbuntbarsch-m-nnchen-apistogramma-macmasteri-red-mask","title":"Redfin Dwarf Cichlid Male – Apistogramma macmasteri ‘Red Mask’ | Colorful South American Dwarf Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eThe Redfin Dwarf Cichlid (\u003cem data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri ‘Red Mask’\u003c\/em\u003e) is a particularly intense color variant of the popular \u003cem data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri\u003c\/em\u003e. This variant captivates with its strong red head area (\"Red Mask\"), vibrant red fins, and a shimmering, bluish-golden body. The males, in particular, display impressive color intensity and are a true highlight in any South American aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eThis species originates from the calm side arms of the Río Meta in Colombia, where it lives in soft, slightly acidic water with sandy bottoms, roots, and dense bank vegetation. In the aquarium, \u003cem data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri ‘Red Mask’\u003c\/em\u003e prefers similar conditions. Due to its peaceful nature, it can be well-socialized with other calm fish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e L (approx. 4–4.5 cm, males only)\u003cbr data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Colombia, Orinoco region) – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\"Red Mask\" bred form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–29 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1533\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, territorial during courtship\u003cbr data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 80 l with sand substrate, plants, roots \u0026amp; leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eThe Redfin Dwarf Cichlid particularly enjoys frozen and live foods such as Artemia, Cyclops, Daphnia, and mosquito larvae. High-quality granulate or flake food is also accepted. A varied diet promotes intense red coloration and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eSince these specimens are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eexclusively males\u003c\/strong\u003e, they are perfect for keeping with calm tankmates or for forming harem groups if suitable females are available. A well-structured aquarium setup reduces territorial disputes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eThe Redfin Dwarf Cichlid (\u003cem data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri ‘Red Mask’\u003c\/em\u003e) is a colorful, peaceful, and robust cichlid – ideal for South American aquariums and lovers of intense red coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562745454925,"sku":null,"price":17.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/26987_6c35043326b2cfa8f8b5a5257e5f6914_71b43f2a-8aaf-42fe-bdf4-1aa565001360.jpg?v=1773958271","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/rotflossen-zwergbuntbarsch-m-nnchen-apistogramma-macmasteri-red-mask","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}