Pearl Cichlid Care Guide
Geophagus brasiliensis
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Bioload Score
10000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 30.0 cm / 11.8"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 250L (66 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers soft, sandy substrates to sift through while searching for food.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with other large, semi-aggressive fish in a South American biotope aquarium.
Good to Know
The Pearl Cichlid is appreciated for its earthy tones and pearl-like markings, along with its fascinating foraging behavior.
Gender Differences
Females are less colorful and slightly smaller than males.
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