{"product_id":"apistogramma-macmasteri-macmasters-apisto","title":"Apistogramma macmasteri (Macmaster's Apisto)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"112\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eBold • Colourful • A Stunning South American Dwarf Cichlid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most impressive and rewarding dwarf cichlids available. Known for their vibrant reds, oranges, blues, and striking finnage, these intelligent fish quickly become the centrepiece of any planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eNative to the slow-moving waters of Colombia, Macmasteri Apistos are full of personality. Males develop extended, colourful dorsal and tail fins, while females display rich golden-yellow colours, especially when guarding eggs or fry. 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They become territorial during breeding, so providing multiple caves and visual barriers helps keep the peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1dy56bn\" data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eWhy You'll Love Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1abi9ha\" data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eIncredible red, orange, and blue colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4d9vj5\" data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eFascinating personality and natural behaviours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ttrfny\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eExcellent choice for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rcnosw\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eRewarding breeding behaviour with attentive parental care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"47hjpc\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eA true showpiece dwarf cichlid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eTop Fin Aquatics\u003c\/strong\u003e, all of our fish are carefully quarantined and health checked before sale, ensuring you receive healthy, vibrant livestock ready to thrive in your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2153\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBring home the stunning \u003cstrong data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eApistogramma macmasteri\u003c\/strong\u003e and enjoy one of the most colourful and charismatic dwarf cichlids the aquarium hobby has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top Fin Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43803913617482,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/4436\/3338\/files\/image-1357452983178543.jpg?v=1783850114","url":"https:\/\/www.topfinaquatics.co.nz\/products\/apistogramma-macmasteri-macmasters-apisto","provider":"Top Fin Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}