Apistogramma is the dwarf cichlid genus from South America. 90+ recognized species with 30+ in the hobby trade. A. cacatuoides (cockatoo dwarf), A. agassizii (Agassiz's), A. borellii (umbrella), and A. ramirezi (now Mikrogeophagus, but historically grouped) are the most-traded species.
Apistogramma adapts to a wide range of water parameters but breeds best in soft acidic water (pH 5.5-7.0, GH 4-8). Pair-keep or trio (1 male, 2-3 females) in a 20-gallon long minimum. Provide caves (coconut shells, ceramic caves) for spawning. Color forms (Orange Flash, Double Red, Super Red, Triple Red) are bred-in lineages, not subspecies.