Familia: Cichlidae
Geophagus brasiliensis es un cíclido de agua dulce originario de Sudamérica. Alcanza 22.5–33 cm; temperatura 22–28 °C.
Geophagus brasiliensis is a Cichlidae from South America. In the wild it prefers lakes and slow rivers with structure; in the aquarium it stays varies by species. Plan on 22.5–33 cm of adult fish at 22–28 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Dificultad media. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding; Pairs or singles with defined territory.
Mantén el agua a 22–28 °C. 22–28 °C curated husbandry range. Heater required for stable tropical warmth.
Tamaño adulto: 22.5–33 cm. Mínimo 500 L.
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods. Forraja sobre sand with rock piles: deja que parte del alimento llegue al fondo.
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding. Compañeros recomendados: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Evita Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
De Sudamérica: lakes and slow rivers with structure, con still to gentle current.
Riesgo bajo, aunque la tapa siempre es útil.
En acuario: substrate or cave spawner with parental care. Often striking; males larger and brighter.