Blue Lip Geophagus (Geophagus argyrostictus)

Remarks: Blue lip geophagus (Geophagus argyrostictus) are a medium earth-eating cichlid from Brazil. They are a base color of golden yellow with iridescent blue and red scales over their body. A sandy substrate is necessary for all Geophagus due to their earth-eating habits. Scientific Name: Geophagus argyrostictus Common Name: Blue Lip Geophagus Max Size: 7" pH: 5.0-7.5 Hardness: Soft Temperature: 70-82° Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive Region of Origin: South America Captive Bred or Wild: Wild Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish. Tank Mate Options: Mouthbrooding Severum Red Fin Pleco Threadfin Acara