
Pearl Cichlid
'Geophagus' brasiliensis
CichlidsFreshwaterBrackishSemi-AggressiveBottom Dweller
Care Sheet
Volume
Length
Temp
Temperature
18–28°C
pH Range
6-8
Min Tank Size
304 L
Max Adult Size
25 cm
Bioload Weight3/10
Special requirements
Pristine Water Quality
Highly susceptible to deteriorating water quality and HLLE (Head and Lateral Line Erosion). Requires over-filtration and massive 50-70% weekly water changes.
Habitat Generalist
Very adaptable to various water conditions and even brackish environments, but requires a biologically mature aquarium before introduction.
Territorial Behavior
Males are highly territorial, especially during spawning. Provide plenty of visual breaks like driftwood and rocks to manage aggression.
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