Description
Remarks: A sandy substrate is necessary for all Geophagus due to their earth-eating habits. Geophagus sp. Caqueta is a Colombian species found in the Rio Caqueta. They are a golden color with faint tiger stripes and a dark spot around the third stress bar. They are similar in appearance to G. abalios but have more stripes and yellow fins, rather than red.
Scientific Name: Geophagus sp. Caqueta
Common Name:
Max Size: 8″
pH: 5.0-8.0
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Peaceful
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
