Brachybranchus Eartheater

Geophagus cf. brachybranchus are a large earth-eating cichlid from Suriname. They can be distinguished from similar earth-eaters by their black throat which presents itself as they mature. A sandy substrate is necessary for all Geophagus due to their earth-eating habits.

• Species – Geophagus sp. “brachybranchus”
• Common Name – brachybranchus
• Origin – Rio within the Amazon River basin of South America.
• Diet – Omnivore
• PH Range – 5.5-6.5
• Temperature – Tropical 24–29°c
• Breed Type – Egg layer
• Max Size – approximately 15cm
• Sex – Un-sexed