{"product_id":"hongsloi-dwarf-cichlid-red-gold-apistogramma-hongsloi-i-red-gold","title":"Hongsloi Dwarf Cichlid Red-gold — Apistogramma Hongsloi «Red Gold» (Hongslo's Dwarf Cichlid)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Apistogramma Hongsloi «Red Gold» is a stunning dwarf cichlid from the Amazon Basin, prized for its vibrant red and gold colouration. Males develop particularly intense colours, making this one of the most attractive Apistogramma variants available. Adults reach 7 cm and can live up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApistogramma hongsloi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCichlidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America (Amazon Basin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–10 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore; frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, micro pellets, live foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 male with 1–2 females, or pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApistogramma hongsloi originates from the Orinoco and Amazon basins in South America. In the wild, this species inhabits soft, acidic waters with sandy substrates, leaf litter, and fallen branches. The Red Gold variant has been selectively bred for its intense red and gold colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 60 litres for an Apistogramma hongsloi pair. Adults reach 7 cm. Maintain water temperature between 24–28°C with a pH of 5.5–7.0 and soft water of 1–10 dGH. Use caves, driftwood, and Indian almond leaves to create hiding spots and mimic their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is an omnivore. Offer frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, micro pellets, and live foods. Feed small amounts twice daily for optimal colour development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood companions include small tetras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, and Pencilfish. Avoid housing with large cichlids, aggressive fish, and other Apistogramma males. You might also consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dwarf-cichlids-for-sale-uk\"\u003eApistogramma Macmasteri Red Mask\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dwarf-cichlids-for-sale-uk\"\u003eApistogramma Cacatuoides Double Red\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tropical Fish Co, every fish is carefully selected and shipped with care across the UK. We offer live arrival guarantee, expert advice, and competitive prices. Order your Apistogramma Hongsloi Red Gold today and enjoy next-day delivery to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"4 - 5 cm","offer_id":57445947441487,"sku":"N329","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 - 4 cm","offer_id":57467391410511,"sku":"N328","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/dwarf-cichlids-for-sale-uk-apistogramma-hongsloi-red-gold-hero-driftwood-n328-1-in-1-or_e39a6a56-ef91-4cd7-832c-cb61c61204ed.webp?v=1776714319","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/hongsloi-dwarf-cichlid-red-gold-apistogramma-hongsloi-i-red-gold","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}