Gold Dust Eartheater Care Guide
Geophagus sp. 'Alto Sinu'
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Bioload Score
6000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; sifts through substrate for food, accepts pellets and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Works well with other South American species that enjoy similar water conditions.
Good to Know
Gold Dust Eartheaters are unique for their substrate sifting behavior, requiring a sand bottom for natural feeding.
Gender Differences
Males are often more colorful and larger.
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