Aquarist Species: Geophagus sp. Alto Sinu
Aquarist: groverlee
Species Profile: Geophagus sp. Alto Sinu
Common Name: Gold Dust Eartheater
Species Photo by: Grover Atlas-Lee
Description: Undescribed trans-Andean eartheater from Colombia's Río Sinú, likely belonging to the mouthbrooding steindachneri "red hump" complex rather than true Geophagus. Golden-bronze body densely spangled with iridescent blue-green, dominant males developing a pronounced nuchal hump. Semi-aggressive — best kept as a multi-male group or single male with a harem.
Category: Cichlids
Global Region: South America
Distribution: Río Sinú
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Genetic Line: FX 3rd or more Generation
Year Acquired: 2023
Date of Acquisition: 28/06/2023
Source: Buy Fish by JZX (formerly JZX Pets Boutique)
Current Stock: 1.2.0
Water Parameters
pH: 6.8–7.2
Temperature: 22°C–24°C
Ammonia: 0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 5.0 ppm
GH: (Not Tested)
KH: (Not Tested)
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Have Reared Fry? Yes