Apistogramma agassizii Double Red
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- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Apistogramma agassizii Double Red is one of the most striking color forms of the popular Apistogramma agassizii, prized for its intense red fins, elegant body shape, and intelligent behavior. Known as a classic dwarf cichlid, this fish combines vivid coloration with a manageable size and peaceful temperament, making it a favorite among planted tank and South American biotope enthusiasts.
Native to the Amazon River Basin, Apistogramma agassizii inhabits slow-moving, plant-rich blackwater streams with leaf litter and soft substrates. The Double Red variety is selectively bred to enhance the bright red coloration on both the dorsal and caudal fins, giving it a dramatic, eye-catching appearance unmatched by many other dwarf cichlids.
This species is well known for its complex behaviors, including territorial displays, cave spawning, and attentive brood care, traits that make Apistogramma fish fascinating to observe.
A full-grown Apistogramma agassizii Double Red reaches approximately 3–3.5 inches for males, while females remain smaller at around 2–2.5 inches. Males display elongated fins with intense red coloration extending across the dorsal and tail, often accented by metallic blues and golds. Females are more compact with warmer yellow tones and darker markings, especially when guarding eggs or fry. Their vibrant colors intensify in planted tanks with subdued lighting and stable water parameters.
The Double Red Apistogramma is a peaceful but territorial dwarf cichlid, best suited for calm community aquariums. While males establish small territories, aggression is generally limited and manageable in properly structured tanks. Ideal Apistogramma agassizii tank mates include: Tetras (rummy nose, cardinal, ember), Rasboras, Corydoras catfish, Otocinclus, Pencilfish, and peaceful dwarf gouramis. Avoid aggressive cichlids or boisterous fish that may stress this species.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Apistogramma agassizii double red for sale are tank-bred, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit us to buy online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater fish for sale. We have a lot more aquarium products such as betta fish for sale, aquatic plants for sale, invertebrates for sale, and other aquarium supplies.
What You Can Expect From This Fish:
- Brilliant red dorsal and tail fins
- Intelligent, engaging dwarf cichlid behavior
- Ideal centerpiece fish for planted aquariums
- Peaceful when kept with compatible tank mates
- Suitable for experienced beginners and advanced hobbyists
Recommended Tank Parameters:
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons (30+ gallons ideal)
- Temperature: 75°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 5.5–7.0
- Hardness: 1–8 dGH
- Filtration: Gentle flow with excellent biological filtration
Care Guidelines:
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed a varied diet of high-quality pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), and live foods to maintain color and vitality.
- Tank Setup: Soft sand substrate, caves, driftwood, leaf litter, and dense planting help replicate their natural habitat and reduce stress.
- Behavior: Territorial but not overly aggressive. Best kept as a pair or harem (1 male with multiple females) in a structured aquarium.
