Albino Heckelii Geophagus
Albino Heckelii Geophagus
Description:
The Albino Heckelii Geophagus is a rare and captivating variant of the classic eartheater cichlid, Geophagus brasiliensis. Known for its elegant body shape and peaceful demeanor, this albino variety features a luminous white-pink hue with red eyes, making it a standout in any aquarium. Like all Geophagus species, it exhibits fascinating sand-sifting behavior and thrives in well-structured, peaceful community tanks.
Features:
- Beautiful albino coloration with pearly white tones and red eyes
- Graceful, elongated body and trailing fins
- Natural sand-sifting behavior — actively forages and stirs substrate
- Generally peaceful and social when kept in groups
Care Instructions:
- Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons, with a soft sand substrate and open swimming areas
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5, soft to moderately hard water
- Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- Diet: Omnivorous; enjoys high-quality sinking pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable matter
- Compatibility: Best kept with other peaceful cichlids and medium-sized community fish. Avoid overly aggressive or small tankmates
Description:
The Geophagus Jurupari, also known as the Demon Eartheater, is a peaceful and captivating cichlid species native to the rivers of South America. Known for its elegant body shape and shimmering scales, this eartheater sifts through substrate for food, a behavior that adds a dynamic and natural touch to your aquarium. The Jurupari is an excellent addition to large, well-maintained community tanks, offering both beauty and activity.
Features:
- Graceful body shape with iridescent scales that shimmer in the light
- Medium to large size, growing up to 8 inches in length
- Fascinating "eartheater" behavior, sifting through substrate for food
- Peaceful temperament, suitable for community tanks with similarly sized species
Care Instructions:
- Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons with a sandy substrate to support natural feeding behaviors
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, soft to moderately hard water
- Temperature: 24-28°C (75-82°F)
- Diet: Omnivorous; thrives on high-quality pellets, flakes, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia
- Compatibility: Best kept with other peaceful or semi-aggressive species. Avoid housing with very small or highly aggressive fish