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I think exporter is out of the question for a variety of logistical/cost vs payoff reasons.
Eco-tourism, a similar set of issues I think. There are several Eco-Lodges in the area already.
I could in theory offer collecting trips eventually, but there's a lot that needs to fall in place before...
I noticed the same thing mostly...I did see a few commercial tanks in one guy's house in Peurto Maldonado however...but the rest of his tanks he had outdoors were homemade. People ship things from Lima all day long there...so I'll see what's available. I agree though most people do the DIY...
OK...interesting. I have some research/familiarization to do without a doubt, as Apistos were never my thing before this. (into the larger species, Heros etc etc) However since I'll be in the middle of Apisto central, it makes sense to educate myself on these guys.
I might end up setting up a...
Long story short, my wife and I may be re-locating to Peru...call it a semi-retirement.
We'll be in the Madre de Dios/Puerto Maldonado/Tambopata River area.
I'll be starting a fish farm (food fish) but as a long-time cichlid/fish guy, I'm thinking of dipping my toe into ornamental...