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Geophagus/Gymnogeophagus Balzanii Cichlid

Gymnogeophagus balzanii

Geophagus/Gymnogeophagus Balzanii Cichlid (Gymnogeophagus balzanii) aquarium profile: minimum 75 gallon tank, 8 inch adult size, 64-76°F temperature range, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 3.

Community leaningModerate care
Geophagus/Gymnogeophagus Balzanii Cichlid aquarium fish
75 galMinimum tank
8 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
64-76°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.5-7.8
GH
4-15 dGH
KH
2-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Moderate
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

large adult size
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