Red Head Tapajos Eartheater - Geophagus sp. 1.75"-2"

Listing Overview

• Species: Geophagus sp. 'Tapajos' (Red Head Tapajos Eartheater)

• Size: 1.75" – 2.0" (Standard Length, well-conditioned juveniles)

• Diet: Omnivore — eagerly accepting crushed high-protein pellets, vibra bites, spirulina flakes, and frozen baby brine/mysis shrimp

• Temperament: Peaceful and social community cichlid; thrives best in peaceful setups or small groups

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 78°F – 84°F

  • pH: 6.0 – 7.2

  • Hardness: Soft to moderately soft

Description

Bring vibrant movement and color to your South American display with the iconic Red Head Tapajos Eartheater (Geophagus sp. 'Tapajos').

Renowned for being one of the most peaceful and stunning eartheaters in the hobby, this species develops vivid crimson-to-orange coloration across the forehead and gill plates as it matures, complemented by emerald-turquoise striping and bold red striping through the finnage.

True to the name Geophagus ("earth-eater"), they spend their days gently sifting through soft sand substrate in search of morsels, keeping the substrate clean and turned without disturbing tank decor. They are exceptionally mild-mannered for cichlids and make fantastic tankmates for angelfish, peaceful plecos, corydoras, and medium-sized tetras.

All individuals are tank-conditioned, fully quarantined, and feeding enthusiastically before shipment.

Shipping & Packaging Details:

• Shipping Days: We ship Mondays to Wednesdays to ensure packages arrive safely before the weekend.

• Carrier: 2-Days Shipping (Express Overnight upgrade available upon request).

Live Arrival Guarantee (D.O.A. Policy):

We guarantee 100% Live Arrival under the following conditions:

1. Delivery must be received and signed for / picked up on the first delivery attempt.

2. In the unlikely event of a D.O.A. (Dead On Arrival), please send two (2) clear photos of the deceased fish inside the unopened shipping bag within 2 hours of the marked delivery timestamp.

3. Once verified, we will issue a refund or replacement for the cost of the livestock (shipping costs are non-refundable).

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