Geophagus

Care at a glance

• Minimum tank Confirm the species before choosing a tank. Many adult groups need a long, wide aquarium with fine sand.
• Temperature Ask for the temperature range for the species available.
• Water Ask whether this fish needs soft acidic water or tolerates more mineralized water. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.

Tankmates and setup*

Keep appropriate groups with calm fish that share their water needs. Leave plenty of open sand for sifting.

* Temperament varies by fish and setup.

Feeding

Use small sinking cichlid food and suitably sized frozen invertebrates when appropriate for the confirmed species.