Argentine Humphead Eartheater (Gymnogeophagus balzanii)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Argentine Humphead Eartheater

Quick facts

Scientific nameGymnogeophagus balzanii
FamilyCichlidae
Also known asBalzani Eartheater, Paraguay Eartheater
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size7 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-79°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 5-15 dGH

Appearance

Stocky eartheater; dominant males grow a large rounded forehead hump and show gold-green iridescence with vertical bars.

Difficulty and care for the Argentine Humphead Eartheater

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Paraguay and Parana river basins

Keeper notes

Generally peaceful; subtropical species tolerant of cooler water. Males develop a nuchal hump.

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