Geophagus Surinamensis

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Ideally they do not want to be in a system with fine sand of pebbles as they can damage their gills whilst feeding. Larger rocks and pebbles are advised.

Adult Length: 20-25cm

Temperature Range 22 - 27°C

pH Range: 6.5-7.8

Special Requirements:  Fairly easy to keep.

Tanks Mates:  They are territorial and will eat smaller fish or invertebrates that they can swallow. The can be kept with other fish of the same temperement, ideally larger so they won't be a bully.

Feeding: . The geophagus like to sift feed, meaning they will take large mouthfuls of debris and pick out the tastey bits of food. Ideally fet on pellets but can and will attack smaller fish species so be warned!