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Blue Streak Eartheater - (Geophagus argyrostictus)

Blue Streak Eartheater - (Geophagus argyrostictus)

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Blue Streak Eartheater - (Geophagus argyrostictus)
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🐟 Blue Streak Eartheater – (Geophagus argyrostictus)

The Blue Streak Eartheater is a beautiful South American cichlid known for its elegant blue streaks along the body and its unique behavior of sifting substrate to find food. This medium-sized species is peaceful and active, making it a popular choice for community aquariums with similar-sized fish.


🌊 Habitat & Care

  • Origin: Rivers and floodplains of the Amazon basin, South America.
  • Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons.
  • Water Conditions: Prefers soft, slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH of 6.0–7.0, and temperatures between 75–82°F (24–28°C).
  • Tank Setup: Provide sandy substrate for natural foraging, with plenty of rocks and driftwood for hiding.

🍽️ Diet

  • Omnivorous — feeds on sinking pellets, live, and frozen foods, and enjoys sifting sand for detritus and small invertebrates.

⚖️ Temperament

  • Peaceful and social; best kept in groups.
  • Compatible with other peaceful fish that prefer similar water parameters.

🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

  • Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm).
  • Active forager and excellent substrate sifter.
  • Requires regular water changes and good filtration.

📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Geophagus argyrostictus
🐟 Common Name Blue Streak Eartheater
🌎 Origin Amazon basin, South America
📏 Size Up to 8 inches (20 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.0–7.0
🐟 Temperament Peaceful, social
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Omnivore

💡 The Blue Streak Eartheater is a peaceful and fascinating species, perfect for aquarists who enjoy watching natural foraging behavior in their tanks.

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