Red Head Tapajos (Geophagus sp. 'Tapajos')

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameGeophagus sp. 'Tapajos'

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asGeophagus Tapajos, Redhead Geophagus, Tapajos Eartheater

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-8 dGH

Appearance

Silvery body with a bright red-orange head and iridescent spangling; an elegant, graceful swimmer.

Difficulty and care for the Red Head Tapajos

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Rio Tapajos, Amazon Basin, Brazil

Keeper notes

Peaceful, sand-sifting 'eartheater'; best kept in groups. Mild territoriality when breeding. Will dig constantly and uproot plants.

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