Are geophagus Tapajos Hardy?

While it is a generally hardy species, the Red/Orange Head Tapajos Eartheater is not tolerant of subpar water conditions and it will deteriorate rather quickly if routine maintenance is not performed.

Are geophagus Surinamensis aggressive?

They are more suitable for large community tanks as they will not bother smaller fish. However, this peacefulness makes them less suited to tanks containing other large, more aggressive fish….Geophagus Surinamensis Stats.

Scientific Name:	Geophagus Surinamensis
pH:	6-8

Where are geophagus Tapajos from?

Brazil
Remarks: Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos is a small, relatively peaceful cichlid from rio Tapajós river in Brazil. A sandy substrate is necessary due to their earth-eating habits. They sift mouthfuls of sand through their gills, pulling out bits of food to eat.

How big do geophagus cichlids get?

They are found in a wide range of freshwater habitats. They are part of a group popularly known as eartheaters and mostly feed by picking up mouthfuls of sediment to sift out food items such as invertebrates, plant material and detritus. The largest species reach up to 28 cm (11 in) in standard length.

Can corydoras live with geophagus?

Re: Geophagus “Red Head” or Orange or Pindare in a 90 gal Cory cats are also fine and like a fine sand bottom. Just about any of the warmer water varieties will do.

Can you mix discus and Oscars?

Delicate species: Oscars are large, tough fish that tend to pick on tank mates. Avoid any delicate species such as Discus that require a peaceful environment to thrive. As a result, Oscar tanks tend to have high nitrates and generally aren’t the most pristine conditions.

Can Cory catfish live with African cichlids?

Corydoras catfish also make great tankmates. Smaller species of pleco can also comfortably share a tank with dwarf cichlids. Keep in mind that many dwarf cichlids require soft, acidic water, and any tankmate needs to tolerate this as well.

Where can I find Tapajos red head Geophagus?

Geophagus sp ‘tapajos red head’ group in the aquarium of the author Klaus Steinhaus [Canada]. Photo by Klaus Steinhaus. The focus of my cichlid keeping has been mainly Lake Tanganyika for the last 30 odd years with some exceptions.

How big does a Tapajos Geophagus tank need to be?

It is therefore advisable to have them in a tank of at least 1.2 meters (4 feet) in length which will provide them with enough swim room and some wood, rocks and plants for some hiding places. Geophagus sp ‘tapajos red head’ male in the aquarium of the author Klaus Steinhaus [Canada]. Photo by Klaus Steinhaus.

Where did the orange head Geophagus come from?

First collected in 1991 by German aquarists Christop Seidel and Rainer Harnoss (Steinhaus, 2010) from the rio Tapajós, eastern Brazil. A second form which differs slightly in head colour and morphology later appeared in the trade as G. sp. ‘orange head Araguaia’, referring to the major tributary of the rio Tocantins.

What kind of water is the Tapajos River?

The Arapiuns ia an acidic blackwater river characterised by low mineral content, pH and clear, tannin -stained water. The Tapajós main channel contains so-called ‘white’ water with a slightly acidic to neutral pH and low hardness but significant amounts of material in suspension at times giving it a cloudy appearance.

Are geophagus Tapajos Hardy? While it is a generally hardy species, the Red/Orange Head Tapajos Eartheater is not tolerant of subpar water conditions and it will deteriorate rather quickly if routine maintenance is not performed. Are geophagus Surinamensis aggressive? They are more suitable for large community tanks as they will not bother smaller fish. However,…