Argentine Humphead Eartheater (Gymnogeophagus balzanii)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

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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