Sveni Eartheater - (Geophagus sveni)

🐟 Sveni Eartheater (Geophagus sveni)

The Sveni Eartheater is a stunning cichlid known for its elegant coloration and gentle nature. With its graceful swimming style and peaceful temperament, it’s a popular choice for community tanks with sandy substrates.

🌊 Tank Setup

• 🏞️ Spacious tank with plenty of sand for natural digging behavior
• 🪵 Driftwood and smooth rocks for hiding spots
• 💧 Well-filtered water with moderate flow
• 🌿 Plant-friendly environment but watch for digging

🍽️ Diet

• 🍤 Omnivorous: accepts high-quality pellets, frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
• 🥬 Occasional veggies and algae wafers for balance

⚖️ Temperament

• 😌 Generally peaceful and compatible with other medium-sized community fish
• 🕶️ Semi-aggressive during breeding or territorial moments

🧠 Behavior & Care

• 🏖️ Natural sand sifters, often seen sifting substrate in search of food
• 👀 Active during daylight hours
• 🌡️ Prefers stable water parameters

📋 At a Glance

💡 The Sveni Eartheater is perfect for aquarists who appreciate active, substrate-sifting cichlids with a calm disposition. Its peaceful nature and manageable size make it ideal for community setups with sandy bottoms.