Description
Apistogramma agassizii "Double Red" – Sleek Elegance with a Fiery Flare
The Apistogramma agassizii "Double Red" is a strikingly beautiful dwarf cichlid known for its elongated body shape, vivid red fins, and bold personality. This selectively bred variant of the Agassiz’s Dwarf Cichlid features intense red coloration on the dorsal, caudal, and anal fins, contrasting beautifully with its shimmering blue, gold, or silver body. Originating from the calm, plant-rich waters of the Amazon Basin, it brings a sophisticated splash of color and activity to planted aquariums.
With its peaceful nature and manageable size, the Double Red is well-suited for community tanks with calm tank mates or species-only setups. Males are showy and territorial during breeding, while females are smaller, rounder, and display a bright yellow coloration when ready to spawn.
Key Features:
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Coloration: Vivid red fins on a streamlined body with iridescent blue, gold, or silver tones
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Temperament: Generally peaceful with slight territorial behavior during breeding
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Size: Males grow up to 3 inches; females slightly smaller
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 20 gallons with soft, slightly acidic water, hiding spots, and fine substrate
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Diet: Omnivorous—enjoys live/frozen foods, high-quality pellets, and flakes
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Compatibility: Ideal with peaceful species like tetras, pencilfish, and dwarf catfish
The Apistogramma agassizii "Double Red" is a graceful and colorful choice for aquarists looking to add refined beauty and fascinating behavior to a freshwater setup. Its vibrant fins and calm demeanor make it a standout addition to any well-maintained tank.
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Local Delivery
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
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🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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