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Apistogramma Breitbinden 3cmApistogramma Breitbinden Scientific Name: Apistogramma breitbinden Common Names: Breitbinden Apistogramma, Wide Banded Apistogramma Overview Apistogramma breitbinden is a stunning and peaceful species of dwarf cichlid that originates from the Amazon and Orinoco River basins in South America. It is characterized by its vibrant coloration, including bright yellow, orange, and blue hues, and the distinctive wide vertical bands running across its body.
Apistogramma BreitbindenScientific Name: Apistogramma breitbinden
Common Names: Breitbinden Apistogramma, Wide-Banded Apistogramma
Overview
Apistogramma breitbinden is a stunning and peaceful species of dwarf cichlid that originates from the Amazon and Orinoco River basins in South America. It is characterized by its vibrant coloration, including bright yellow, orange, and blue hues, and the distinctive wide vertical bands running across its body. Like other Apistogramma species, it is a small and peaceful fish, but can become territorial when breeding. This species is ideal for aquarists interested in small community tanks with peaceful tankmates and a touch of natural beauty.
Key Information
Size: 2.5–3.5 inches (6–9 cm)
Lifespan: 3–5 years
Temperament: Peaceful, but territorial during breeding
Diet: Omnivore
Swimming Level: Bottom to mid-level
Habitat & Tank Setup
Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a pair, larger for a group
Group Size: Best kept in pairs or small groups
Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel
Decor: Rocks, caves, and driftwood to provide hiding spots and territories
Plants: Hardy plants such as Java Fern, Anubias, or Amazon Sword
Lighting: Low to moderate
Filtration: Gentle filtration with some water movement
Water Parameters
Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
pH: 6.0–7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (3–12 dGH)
Water Quality: Clean, soft water with stable parameters
Feeding
Diet Type: Omnivore
Suitable Foods:
High-quality pellets or flakes
Frozen or live foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia)
Vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or peas
Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times per day, in moderate portions
Tankmates
Compatible With:
Peaceful small fish (tetras, rasboras, other small cichlids)
Peaceful bottom dwellers (Corydoras, small loaches)
Other small South American cichlids
Avoid:
Aggressive or large fish that could outcompete them for food
Fast-moving or fin-nipping species
Care Notes
Territorial during breeding, so provide plenty of hiding spots and space
Males are typically more colorful, especially during courtship
Can be kept in a species-only tank or with other small, peaceful species
Requires stable, soft water conditions for optimal health
Regular water changes are important to maintain water quality
Fun Fact
Apistogramma breitbinden is one of the more colorful members of the Apistogramma genus. The males often display brilliant yellow and blue shades during breeding, especially when attempting to attract a mate. Their peaceful nature makes them a popular choice for aquariums with other non-aggressive species.
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★★★★★ 5
Spooky Middle Grade Book
Format: Hardcover
I cannot explain how excited I was to hear that Ash Van Otterloo was putting out another book. I was a big fan of Cattywampus and was very excited once I read the summary of this book. I requested and was granted an ARC copy of this book by Scholastic in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I don’t think I have the exact words to express how much I adore this book. I’ve only recently discovered that as an adult I can actually enjoy middle grade books and this book has probably become one of my new all-time favorite books ever.
One of the biggest things that I adored about this book is the characters. Tennie is an absolute sweetheart who is way to willing to give up and hide pieces of herself for the sake of keeping the peace. It’s sweet and heartbreaking at the same time. I also love towards the end when she gets some fire in her. Fox was also quite a character. They’re kind of a bit much at times, but they’re also aware of their faults. They know that they can forget things and that they might annoy their friends, but they also try to soothe things over. I honestly really liked them, and it was really nice to see a character using they/them pronouns so casually.
The two characters had a really nice dynamic with each other. They grew close quickly, the way kids do, and delved into a ghost hunting adventure. It was honestly really cute and heartwarming to watch them grow closer. This also felt really good because of Tennie and her desire to always be the peacekeeper. She even considered being friends with Fox and exploring the forest together as her being “selfish”. I just really loved it and their interactions made me so happy. It wasn’t always great, but it just gave me so much joy and I was constantly smiling.
I did not expect to love the atmosphere that was created in this book. It was sufficiently spooky without being necessarily scary. It worked really well in the town of Howler’s Hollow. Howler’s Hollow is a town in the rural south, somewhere that’s not always popular with the LGBTQ+ community. The thing is, I don’t know if this book would have worked as well in other locations. It’s one of those towns where everyone seems to know everyone. It appears to be relatively close-knit, even if the people don’t always get on, and it has a great forest. The forest allows the atmosphere to be appropriately creepy while the people in the town add a source of information for Tennie and Fox. It was also built up very well and created an atmosphere that led to a great payoff at the end.
I cannot fully encapsulate everything that I love about this book, but I will recommend it to everyone who asks. This book is fun and whimsical with a dark edge and serious topics that need to be explored. It might hurt at times when things are discussed, but it has a happy ending.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Magic, Mayhem, Ghosts and First Love!
Format: Hardcover
This book has it all: amazing Halloween feels, magic gone awry, ghosts wreaking havoc, family secrets, and even a delightful first crush! As a middle child, Tennie thinks it's her job to keep her big, rambunctious family in order, but she could really use a break. So she's thrilled when she gets the chance to stay with her grandma, away from all the family chaos, but that changes when she accidentally unleashes a whole host of restless spirits. And what's more, those spirits have something to tell her about grandma's mysterious new boyfriend, a secret that might upend everything she knows about her family and their beloved mountain home. This book is teeming with beautiful odes to nature and delightfully folksy language that draws readers into the cozy, bucolic Appalachian setting. The friendship and budding romance between Tennie and Fox shines off the page, and readers will experience all of the tingles, speed bumps and awkwardness of a first crush. Van Otterloo weaves a poignant tale about families going through tough times but ultimately finding hope and strength in each other, and, of course, it's all suffused with a delightful dose of oh-so-cozy magic. Layered alongside the family tale is an important storyline about protecting nature and valuing the "small" lives of country folk, which we can see by the end of the story are anything but small.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Folksy, spooky, downright darling
Format: Hardcover, Format: Hardcover
Oh my goodness, this book. Ash Van Otterloo is quickly becoming one of my insta-read authors. Their folksy, spooky, downright darling stories are such a joy to read! A TOUCH OF RUCKUS was magnificent. I adored Tennie and Fox's relationship, the ghosts were creepy as heck, and the setting of a small, mountain-side town was as charming as ever. If I could eat pizza, I would have taken a bookstagram pic with it and this book! Boy, did it make me hungry!! 🍕
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Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2022
★★★★★ 5
Amazing book!!
Format: Kindle
Ash Van Otterloo is one of my absolute favorite middle grade authors. Their voice is so beautiful and full of heart and I always find myself quickly lost in their books. I absolutely adored everything about these characters and this story. I can’t wait to read whatever Ash Van Otterloo writes next!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022
★★★★★ 5
Entertaining for 1-3 year olds
Format: Hardcover
My 2.5 year old son loves this book and has been quite entertained by it for a while. The illustrations are very nice and it conveys enough information that he will probably continue to be entertained by it for a while
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Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2023
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