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Geophagus megasema

Geophagus, Earth Eater
Temperature
22–30°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
1–15 ppm
Size
17.5 cm
Tank
150 L
- Geophagus megasema is an attractive, peaceful cichlid known for its unique behavior of sifting through the substrate in search of food. - Perfect for community tanks with species that appreciate similar water parameters. - It's vital to have a sandy substrate to accommodate their natural sifting behavior and to avoid injury. - Suitable decorations include driftwood and aquatic plants that can tolerate slight disturbances. - Their diet should consist of high-quality flakes, sinking pellets, live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp. - Frequent water changes and good filtration are essential to maintain water quality.

Water parameters

Hardness
1–15 ppm
Temperature
22–30°C
pH
7.5–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
17.5 cm
Tank length
90 cm
Tank volume
150 L

Distribution

Bolivia,Brazil.

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