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

American Cichlids

Biotodoma Cupido Santarem

Biotodoma Cupido Cichlid

Geophagus Surinamensis

Checkerboard Cichlid

Geophagus Jurupari

Geophagus Daemon

Albino Heckelii Geophagus