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Albino Red Head Tapajo 9-10cm

These cichlids reach 15 cm. With proper care, they live 5–8 years. Furthermore, consistent water quality supports their vitality. Consequently, a well-maintained tank ensures these fish flourish. Ideal Tank Setup Recreate their South American habitat to keep these cichlids content. Offer a sandy substrate for digging and ample hiding spots. Moreover, add sturdy decor to enhance their comfort. Hence, a well-planned tank promotes their natural elegance. To replicate its natural habitat: Use a fine sand substrate for digging. Maintain pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Keep water temperature at 24–28°C. Add rocks, driftwood, and robust plants. Compatible Tank Mates These peaceful fish thrive in community settings. Select tank mates that share similar water preferences to ensure harmony. As a result, a balanced tank fosters their calm demeanour and vibrant colours. Suitable tank mates include: Cardinal Tetras Corydoras catfish Plecos Angelfish Diet and Feeding Keep these omnivorous cichlids vibrant with a diverse diet. Provide high-quality cichlid pellets and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp. Occasionally, offer blanched veggies like spinach. Feed twice daily, ensuring they finish meals quickly to maintain water quality. Breeding and Behaviour of Albino Red Head Tapajo These fish spawn eggs on flat surfaces like rocks. Both parents...

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Everything you need to know

These cichlids reach 15 cm. With proper care, they live 5–8 years. Furthermore, consistent water quality supports their vitality. Consequently, a well-maintained tank ensures these fish flourish.

Ideal Tank Setup

Recreate their South American habitat to keep these cichlids content. Offer a sandy substrate for digging and ample hiding spots. Moreover, add sturdy decor to enhance their comfort. Hence, a well-planned tank promotes their natural elegance.

To replicate its natural habitat:
Use a fine sand substrate for digging.
Maintain pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Keep water temperature at 24–28°C.
Add rocks, driftwood, and robust plants.

Compatible Tank Mates

These peaceful fish thrive in community settings. Select tank mates that share similar water preferences to ensure harmony. As a result, a balanced tank fosters their calm demeanour and vibrant colours.

Suitable tank mates include:
Cardinal Tetras
Corydoras catfish
Plecos
Angelfish

Diet and Feeding

Keep these omnivorous cichlids vibrant with a diverse diet. Provide high-quality cichlid pellets and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp. Occasionally, offer blanched veggies like spinach. Feed twice daily, ensuring they finish meals quickly to maintain water quality.

Breeding and Behaviour of Albino Red Head Tapajo

These fish spawn eggs on flat surfaces like rocks. Both parents guard their fry with care, showcasing protective instincts. Thus, provide spawning sites to encourage breeding. Their sand-sifting habits add a captivating dynamic to your tank.

Species Overview

Species – Geophagus sp. “Red Head Tapajo” Albino
Common Name – Albino Red Head Tapajo Cichlid
Origin – South America
Diet – Omnivore
pH Range – 6.0–7.5
Temperature – 24–28°C
Breed Type – Egg Layer
Current Size – 4cm
Max Size – Up to 15 cm
Tank Size – Minimum 200 litres

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