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Geophagus brokopondo

Satanoperca brokopondo, Brokopondo Earth Eater
Temperature
25–30°C
pH
7–7
dGH
2–5 ppm
Size
15 cm
Tank
100 L
Geophagus brokopondo, like many members of the Geophagus genus, are substrate sifters, displaying a behavior commonly referred to as 'earth eating'. They sift through substrates seeking food, which adds an interesting dynamic to the aquarium.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–5 ppm
Temperature
25–30°C
pH
7–7

Tank & size

Fish size
15 cm
Tank length
80 cm
Tank volume
100 L

Distribution

Suriname.