Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck"
Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck"
Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck"
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Remarks: Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck", also known as the Winkelfleck apisto, has been in the hobby since 1999 but it remains an undescribed rarity. This is due to it only occasionally being imported, usually only by hobbyists instead of big distributers, and there being very few breeders. For this reason, we are excited to be able to offer some of these incredible dwarf cichlids that have been bred from wild parents right here in the United States!
The Winkelfleck apisto has the usual tall body shape of others in the Regani Apistogramma group. Mature females have the nicely contrasting black and yellow coloration found in most Apistogramma species. Mature males shine with their beautiful coloration consisting of blue iridescent scales set on a tan or silver body accented by fins with a mix of pink, orange and blue. They also will get small, pointed extensions to their ventral, anal, and dorsal fins. Both sexes have a black mask extending down from the eye, a tall black oval spot at the base of the tail fin, and a horizontal black stripe extending from their operculum to their tail that is solid in males but broken up into a dash pattern in spawning females. In a few populations, they will also have about five vertical black stripes across the body with some referring to these populations as Apistogramma sp. "Tiger Stripes".
Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck" has been known to occur in two collection points, the lower Río Marañón and the Río Orosa. Those from the lower Río Marañón are referred to with the A number A44 while those from the Río Orosa are referred to as A45. Fish collected from the lower Río Marañón have been noted as typically being lighter in color than those from the Río Orosa. As the fish we offer are on the lighter side, we suspect their parents to be the lower Río Marañón locality but this has yet to be confirmed.
With how rare Apistogramma sp. "Winkelfleck" are in the hobby, not much is known about their specific care requirements. Therefore, they should be treated as most other wild Apistogramma types. We recommend keeping these fish warm, in low current, and in soft, acidic conditions to keep them healthy and encourage the fish to show their best colors. Avoiding the use of bright lighting as well as providing plenty of small caves will encourage the Winkelfleck apisto to not hide all the time as well as encourage spawning. Avoiding tankmates that are overly aggressive or large enough to swallow dwarf cichlids will asl help in this regard. Like most apistos, feeding lots of tiny live foods such as freshly hatched baby brine shrimp can also help encourage spawning. Fry are guarded by one or both parents for several weeks. Dither fish such as small tetras and livebearers can be used to provide parents with targets to chase and help the Winkelfleck apisto feel more secure. If cared for properly, they can make a great addition to a peaceful community tank as well as a fantastic breeding project.
Animal Data
Animal Data
- Native to: Peru
- Breeding: Tank-raised in USA
- Max adult size: 2-3"
- Diet: Omnivore
- Social behavior: Peaceful
- Care skill: Intermediate
Tank Parameters
Tank Parameters
- Temp range: 76°F - 84°F
- pH range: 5.0 - 7.0
- TDS range: 15 ppm - 150 ppm
- Min Tank Size:
Shipping Info
Shipping Info
We provide premium next day air shipping at affordable flat rates to minimize transit time for the health of the fish.
| US Zone 1 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $39.99 |
| US Zone 2 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $49.99 |
| US Zone 3 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $59.99 |
| US Zone 4 |
UPS/FedEx Overnight |
$69.99 |
| Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Alaska | UPS/FedEx Overnight 1-2 Day Air | Starts at $89.99 |
| Canada | UPS/FedEx Overnight -2 Day Air | Starts at $89.99 |
| Florida | UPS/FedEx 1 Day Ground | $19.99 |
| Local pickup | Select at checkout | No charge |
| No overseas shipping | ||
Minimum order for all shipping is $50 for mainland US, $100 elsewhere. Saturday delivery available for an extra $30. Shipping to Alaska and Canada is not flat rate and can be subject to additional fees based on location.
Important order and shipping info
Allow 2-4 business days to process and pack your order. You will receive a notification when it actually ships. Order cancellations are subject to a 10% restocking fee. Order changes cannot be made. However, if you wish to add to your order within 24 hours, you may place a second order with a request to combine the shipments. We will do our best to accommodate, however once an order is packaged and sealed it cannot be reopened.
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How much does shipping cost?
We provide premium next day air shipping at affordable flat rates to minimize transit time for the health of the fish.
| US Zone 1 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $39.99 |
| US Zone 2 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $49.99 |
| US Zone 3 | UPS/FedEx Overnight | $59.99 |
| US Zone 4 |
UPS/FedEx Overnight |
$69.99 |
| Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Alaska | UPS/FedEx Overnight 1-2 Day Air | Starts at $89.99 |
| Canada | UPS/FedEx Overnight -2 Day Air | Starts at $89.99 |
| Florida | UPS/FedEx 1 Day Ground | $19.99 |
| Local pickup | Select at checkout | No charge |
| No overseas shipping | ||
Minimum order for all shipping is $50 for mainland US, $100 elsewhere. Saturday delivery available for an extra $30. Shipping to Alaska and Canada is not flat rate and can be subject to additional fees based on location.
Important order and shipping info
Allow 2-4 business days to process and pack your order. You will receive a notification when it actually ships. Order cancellations are subject to a 10% restocking fee. Order changes cannot be made. However, if you wish to add to your order within 24 hours, you may place a second order with a request to combine the shipments. We will do our best to accommodate, however once an order is packaged and sealed it cannot be reopened.
Your order is covered by our Healthy & Happy Arrival Guarantee.
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We need 2-4 days to select and pack your fish, you'll get a notification when it ships along with tracking info. It will arrive the next day or day after, depending on your location. See our Shipping Policy for full info.
What if my order is delayed? Will my fish be OK?
We ship hundreds of packages a week, and most are delivered without any issues thanks to our experienced team and premium air courier service. Our high-tech packaging is designed to sustain the animals a minimum of 2-3 days in the box, and in some cases longer, depending on the breed.
However, sometimes delays do occur. If this happens to your order, please document and contact us promptly following our inspection and documentation policies above in order to receive credit.
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Orders can be changed or cancelled within 24 hours, subject to a 10% restocking fee. Shipping is stressful for the animals and we cannot open boxes once they have been prepped and packed.
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We can hold for a few days, but not beyond a week as inventory changes rapidly. Please only place your order when you know you will be ready to receive them.
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