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Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid - (Geophagus pellegrini)
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🐟 Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid - (Geophagus pellegrini) – Striking South American Sand-Sifting Cichlid

The Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid (Geophagus pellegrini) is a beautiful and distinctive South American cichlid named for the bright yellow nuchal hump that males develop, especially during breeding. Native to the Magdalena River basin in Colombia, this species is part of the “eartheater” group, known for sifting sand through their gills to find food.

Its peaceful temperament (for a cichlid), stunning coloration, and fascinating feeding behavior make it an excellent choice for large South American community aquariums.


🔎 Quick Facts – Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid

  • 📛 Common Name: Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Geophagus pellegrini
  • 🌍 Origin: Magdalena River Basin, Colombia (South America)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Silver to golden body, red and blue accents, bright yellow nuchal hump in males
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; prized for unique hump and peaceful nature

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Generally peaceful; can be kept with other non-aggressive cichlids and large community fish
  • 🐟 Best kept in groups of 5+ for natural behavior
  • 🌿 Constantly sifts sand for food, adding activity to the aquarium

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
  • 🪵 Soft sandy substrate for natural sifting behavior
  • 🪨 Rockwork and driftwood for shelter
  • 🌿 Hardy plants (may be uprooted during digging)
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance colors

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

  • 🐟 High-quality cichlid pellets and sinking foods
  • 🦐 Frozen and live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
  • 🌽 Vegetable matter such as spirulina flakes and blanched greens

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Magdalena River Basin, Colombia
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches
😇 Temperament Peaceful (for a cichlid)
🏠 Tank Size 75+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous – pellets, frozen foods, vegetables
🎯 Ideal For Large South American community aquariums

✨ Highlight:
The Yellowhump Eartheater Cichlid is a unique and attractive species that brings vibrant color, peaceful behavior, and engaging sand-sifting activity to large aquariums.

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