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Fennel 12

Apistogramma · Shared by FrostyOtter · 1 week ago

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Fennel 12 has the signal lever and the barrow has gone over on the line. The train is due and nobody is moving.

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About the Apistogramma

Origin
Amazon and Orinoco blackwater, South America
Adult size
5–8 cm
Lifespan
3–5 years
Minimum tank
60 litres for a pair, more for a harem
Water
Soft and acidic — pH 5.5–7.0 suits most species
Temperature
24–28°C

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