Remarks: A sandy substrate is necessary for all Geophagus due to their earth-eating habits. Geophagus sp. Caqueta is a Colombian species found in the Rio Caqueta. They are a golden color with faint tiger stripes and a dark spot around the third stress bar. They are similar in appearance to G. abalios but have more stripes and yellow fins, rather than red. 

Scientific Name: Geophagus sp. Caqueta

Common Name:

Max Size: 8"

pH: 5.0-8.0

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Peaceful

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

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