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Found in Peruvian import, ID?
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It is a regani-complex species. It probably is not A. paulmueleri, but one of the related forms like "A. sp. Peru-Regani" (Römer, CA2) or a species TomC found in the Río Tigre a few years back. We really don't have much information on these species/forms. What species were in the mix?
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A bit confusing info from the supplier. I had a look at their list. It looks like it's APISTOGRAMMA APACHE "MASKEN" ITAYA. Which is actually A. paulmueleri. What do you think?
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It looks different from A. paulmueleri to me. The caudal spot is more of a short oval instead of the long vertical band seen on paulmueleri. Additionally, I'd expect to see more color on the face if it were paulmueleri. I think I'll stick with my original assessment.
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I have checked Römer's description in his book. I think you are right, the fish looks very much as what he describes as "A. sp. Peru-regani". Thank you.
