Tapajós Red Head Geophagus 7 cm

A sand-sifting earth-eater cichlid that needs fine substrate and good floor space.

Fish Care Profile

Scientific Name	Geophagus pyrocephalus / Geophagus sp. Tapajós
Family	Cichlidae
Origin	Brazil: Rio Tapajós
Breeding	Mouthbrooding cichlid
Temperament	Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Tank Level	Bottom to mid
Lifespan	8–10 years
Minimum Tank Size	300 L+
Adult Size	20–25 cm
Difficulty	Intermediate–Advanced
pH	6.0–7.5
Temperature	24–29 °C
Diet	Omnivore / sand-sifting earth-eater diet
Group Size	Best kept in groups in a large tank

Care Notes

Provide territory breaks, sand or fine substrate where relevant, and tank mates that can handle the species’ adult size and temperament.