For the first time, we are able to offer a small number of this “new” variant of the well-known Apistogramma agassizii. They were originally by-catches of the magnificent Putumayo variant of A. bitaeniata from Peru (see https://www.aquariumglaser.de/en/fisharchive/apistogramma-bitaeniata-putumayo-4/). We raised a few specimens to see what would become of them, and we can only say: it was worth it!
Just like the aforementioned A. bitaeniata, the Putumayo variant of A. agassizii has a high proportion of yellow in its coloration. There is a broad black band at the base of the dorsal fin. The caudal fin is also edged in jet black. Some (not all!) females of this variant have a double spot on their flanks, as is known from A. gephyra.
In our opinion, the Putumayo variant greatly enriches the known range of A. agassizii; yellow Agassizii have been known for a long time, but it has always been unclear where exactly they come from. Usually, wild-caught A. agassizii from Peru tend to belong to the so-called blue color type, although it should always be noted that there are no “pure-colored” wild-caught populations. See also https://www.aquariumglaser.de/en/25-perchlike-fishes/apistogramma-agassizii-peru-wild-2/
For our customers: the Putumayo variant of A. agassizii has code 614838 on our stock list. Please note that we only supply wholesale customers.
Text & photos: Frank Schäfer
