Description
Remarks: Blue lip geophagus (Geophagus argyrostictus) are a medium earth-eating cichlid from Brazil. They are a base color of golden yellow with iridescent blue and red scales over their body. A sandy substrate is necessary for all Geophagus due to their earth-eating habits.
Scientific Name: Geophagus argyrostictus
Common Name: Blue Lip Geophagus
Max Size: 7″
pH: 5.0-7.5
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Wild
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
Mouthbrooding Severum
Red Fin Pleco
Threadfin Acara
