Abalios Eartheater (Geophagus abalios)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameGeophagus abalios

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asOrinoco Pearl Eartheater

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Pearly silver body with rows of shiny spots, light blue facial markings, and faint vertical bars; reddish fin edging.

Difficulty and care for the Abalios Eartheater

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Orinoco Basin, Venezuela and Colombia

Keeper notes

Peaceful group eartheater; mild intraspecific display behavior.

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