Side by side
Choose with the differences in view.
Compare two species using the same aquarium targets as our profiles and Finder.
| Consideration | A. cacatuoides | A. agassizii |
|---|---|---|
| Common name | Cockatoo dwarf cichlid | Agassiz’s dwarf cichlid |
| Experience | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Temperature target | 23–27 °C | 24–28 °C |
| pH target | 6–7.5 | 5.5–7 |
| GH target | 2–12 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Planning volume | 75 L | 75 L |
| Minimum base | 60 × 30 cm | 60 × 30 cm |
| Male size (SL) | 7.5 cm | 7.5 cm |
| Community approach | Carefully selected, captive-bred stock | Carefully selected, captive-bred stock |
| Breeding project | Accessible | Specialist |
Targets describe aquarium planning, not absolute tolerances. Read both profiles and confirm the fish’s source before choosing.
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