Species Profile
Tapajos Red Head
Geophagus sp. Tapajos
Cichlidspeaceful
Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
75 gal
Temperature
78–84°F
pH
5.5–7
Schooling
Group of 5+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Sand-sifter — must have fine sand to scoop and chew. One of the most peaceful larger cichlids. Schools naturally.
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