Geophagus altifrons
Altifrons Eartheater, Threadfin Geophagus
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
6.6–6.6
dGH
5–6 ppm
Size
25 cm
Tank
150 L
Geophagus altifrons is a peaceful and social species of cichlid known for its stunning coloration and unique 'earth-eating' habit of sifting through sand to find food. This behavior requires a sandy substrate in their aquarium setup to mimic natural conditions.
Water parameters
Hardness
5–6 ppm
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
6.6–6.6
Tank & size
Fish size
25 cm
Tank length
90 cm
Tank volume
150 L
