{"title":"Earth Eaters","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse sand-sifting cichlids such as Geophagus, Satanoperca, and Heckelii cichlids. Find them at Underwater Tropics in Tallahassee. All sales are in store. Call \u003ca href=\"tel:+18502968608\"\u003e(850) 296-8608\u003c\/a\u003e to check availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geophagus","title":"Geophagus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the species before choosing a tank. Many adult groups need a long, wide aquarium with fine sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask for the temperature range for the species available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask whether this fish needs soft acidic water or tolerates more mineralized water. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTankmates and setup*\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep appropriate groups with calm fish that share their water needs. Leave plenty of open sand for sifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Temperament varies by fish and setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse small sinking cichlid food and suitably sized frozen invertebrates when appropriate for the confirmed species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46718101881068,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"geophagus-red-head-tapajos","title":"Geophagus Red Head Tapajos","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 × 24 in (180 × 60 cm) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in (250 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 81–84°F (27–29°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–10 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeave a clear patch of fine sand and secure the rockwork before the group starts sifting. Plan for adult size and room for breeding fish to defend a territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer small portions of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the size fits, and add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for variety. Check that some food reaches the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eReference photo. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Geophagus_pyrocephalus_Natural_History_Museum_University_of_Pisa.jpg\"\u003e“Geophagus pyrocephalus Natural History Museum University of Pisa”\u003c\/a\u003e by Mattia Nocciola, licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Resized for display.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46729902686444,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/1280px-Geophagus_pyrocephalus_Natural_History_Museum_University_of_Pisa.jpg?v=1793990966"},{"product_id":"geophagus-heckeli-albino","title":"Geophagus Heckeli Albino","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons or larger for an adult pair. Use a larger tank for a group or community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in (200 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–86°F (24–30°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a roomy tank, choose tankmates of a similar size. Leave open fine sand for sifting and secure rockwork before adding fish. Pairs may defend breeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a complete cichlid food such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellets fit. Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e and a little plant matter for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846792171756,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"heckelii-geophagus","title":"Heckelii Geophagus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons or larger for an adult pair. Use a larger tank for a group or community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in (200 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–86°F (24–30°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a roomy tank, choose tankmates of a similar size. Leave open fine sand for sifting and secure rockwork before adding fish. Pairs may defend breeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a complete cichlid food such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellets fit. Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e and a little plant matter for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eReference photo by Clinton \u0026amp; Charles Robertson. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Cichlidae_Acarichthys_heckelii_(juv)_(5807041444).jpg\"\u003eOriginal photo\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47653745164524,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/960px-Cichlidae_Acarichthys_heckelii__28juv_29__285807041444_29.jpg?v=1793914688"},{"product_id":"albino-heckelii-cichlid","title":"Albino Heckelii Cichlid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons or larger for an adult pair. Use a larger tank for a group or community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in (200 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–86°F (24–30°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a roomy tank, choose tankmates of a similar size. Leave open fine sand for sifting and secure rockwork before adding fish. Pairs may defend breeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a complete cichlid food such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellets fit. Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e and a little plant matter for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47780442800364,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"geo-winemilleri","title":"GEO WINEMILLERI","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 × 24 in (180 × 60 cm) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in (200 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 81–84°F (27–29°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeave a clear patch of fine sand and secure the rockwork before the group starts sifting. Plan for adult size and room for breeding fish to defend a territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer small portions of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the size fits, and add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for variety. Check that some food reaches the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47995831615724,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"geophagus-daemon","title":"Geophagus Daemon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 × 24 in (210 × 60 cm) footprint or larger for a group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e About 10 in (25 cm) body length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater chemistry\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 3.5–6.0 · GH 1–5 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse fine sand and mature filtration. Keep with calm fish that share very soft, acidic water. This species is sensitive to deteriorating water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eScatter fine sinking foods and small frozen invertebrates over the sand. Include some spirulina-based prepared food in the rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSatanoperca daemon\u003c\/em\u003e. A sand-sifting eartheater historically listed as Geophagus daemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpecies reference photo. Size and markings can vary. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Satanoperca_daemon_205600127.jpg\"\u003ePhoto by Whaldener Endo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48156434890988,"sku":null,"price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/960px-Satanoperca_daemon_205600127.jpg?v=1793914693"},{"product_id":"heckelii-cichlid","title":"Heckelii Cichlid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons or larger for an adult pair. Use a larger tank for a group or community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 in (200 mm), excluding the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–86°F (24–30°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a roomy tank, choose tankmates of a similar size. Leave open fine sand for sifting and secure rockwork before adding fish. Pairs may defend breeding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a complete cichlid food such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinking-cichlid-gold-3-5oz\"\u003eHikari Sinking Cichlid Gold\u003c\/a\u003e if the pellets fit. Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hikari-frzn-brne-shmp-cube-3-5z-repl-042133\"\u003eHikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e and a little plant matter for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpecies reference photo. Size and markings can vary. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Cichlidae_Acarichthys_heckelii_(juv)_(5807041444).jpg\"\u003ePhoto by Clinton \u0026amp; Charles Robertson from RAF Lakenheath, UK \u0026amp; San Marcos, TX, USA \u0026amp; UK\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Underwater Tropics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67850318610668,"sku":null,"price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0464\/4588\/files\/960px-Cichlidae_Acarichthys_heckelii__28juv_29__285807041444_29.jpg?v=1793914688"}],"url":"https:\/\/underwatertropics.com\/collections\/fish-catalog-earth-eaters.oembed","provider":"Underwater Tropics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}