Earth Eater Geophagus Tapajos

Earth Eater Geophagus Tapajos

Geophagus sp. tapajos

Family: Cichlidae • Origin: Various

Earth Eater Geophagus Tapajos (Geophagus sp. tapajos) is a peaceful cichlid reaching 8 inches. Keep in groups of 4+. Minimum tank: 40 gallons.

Min Tank
40 gal
Max Size
8"
Temperature
77-84°F
pH
6-7.5
Lifespan
10 years
School Size
4+
Swim Level
bottom
Hardness
5-15 dGH
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Care Tips

  • Max size: 8"
  • Temp: 77-84°F
  • pH: 6-7.5
  • Keep 4+ together
  • peaceful temperament

Feeding: Standard omnivore diet for Cichlidae.

Compatibility Notes: Typical peaceful Cichlidae species.

Tank Setup & Water Parameters

Tank Requirements

Minimum Tank Size
40 gallons
Recommended Tank Size
60 gallons
Swimming Level
bottom
Minimum School Size
4+ fish

Water Parameters

Temperature
7784°F
pH Range
67.5
Hardness (dGH)
515
Water Type
freshwater

Behavior & Temperament

Temperament
peaceful
Aggression Level
1/5
Schooling
Yes
Territorial
No
Fin Nipper
No
Predatory
No
Diet Type
omnivore
Growth Rate
fast

Typical peaceful Cichlidae species.

Breeding

Breeding Type
egg layer
Breeding Difficulty
moderate
Lifespan
10 years

Ideal For

40 gallon

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