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Threadfin Geophagus (Acarichthys heckelii)
Threadfin Geophagus
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Captive-Bred
Threadfin Geophagus (Acarichthys heckelii)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Product Notes:
· We cannot ship this product to Maine.

Quick Stats

Care Level Moderate
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Green, White
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 73-79° F, KH 4-12, pH 5.5-7.2
Max. Size 8"
Family Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
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Care Level Moderate
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Green, White
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 73-79° F, KH 4-12, pH 5.5-7.2
Max. Size 8"
Family Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

Many cichlid enthusiasts consider the Threadfin Geophagus as the crown jewel of the Cichlidae family. Though territorial like other cichlids, the Threadfin Geophagus is relatively peaceful in larger aquariums with plenty of hiding locations. As this beautiful fish matures it develops elongated spines on the dorsal fin that have a thread-like appearance. Combined with its beautiful silver body with shades of green and blue, the Threadfin Geophagus is an elegant addition to community cichlid aquariums.

Native to the Amazon region of Brazil, the Threadfin Geophagus does best in roomy, 40 gallon or larger aquariums that offer plenty of shelter amongst rocks and plants. Like other cichlids, this fish is known for its disruptive digging. Therefore, care needs to be taken with the placement of aquatic plants. However, the constant digging does help clean your aquarium substrate. In fact, many aquarists attribute the Threadfin Geophagus with excellent cleaning skills.

Since this fish likes to dig, however, substrate should be soft sand or extremely fine gravel. In addition to its scavenger abilities, feed this omnivorous fish a quality, varied diet of flakes, pellets, daphnia, tubifex, and other freeze-dried foods, such as shrimp, bloodworms, or mosquito larvae.

Breeding Threadfin Geophagus form maternal-paternal pairs, and spawn within the rock caves of properly established aquariums. Differentiating males from females on sight alone, however, is difficult.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small Less than 2"; Medium: Larger than 2"

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