Geophagus Red Head Tapajos

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 72 × 24 in (180 × 60 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 10 in (250 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 81–84°F (27–29°C)
• pH 6.5–7.5
• GH 4–10 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Leave 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.

Diet

Offer small portions of Hikari Sinking Cichlid Gold if the size fits, and add Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp for variety. Check that some food reaches the sand.

Reference photo. “Geophagus pyrocephalus Natural History Museum University of Pisa” by Mattia Nocciola, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized for display.