Aequidens geayi (AEQUIDENS Geayi)

Aequidens geayi (AEQUIDENS Geayi)

Description

It has a dark spot in the middle of the body and a vertical strip that crosses the eye.

AEQUIDENS geayi fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the cichlidae family. It is mainly found in the fresh and shallow waters of South America, especially in the Amazon.

Geayi AEQUIDENS fish has an elongated and side -compressed body, with a large head and a huge mouth. Its coloring is generally blue-green with black spots on the back and sides. The pelvic and pectoral fins are black, while the anal and caudal fins are white.

Geayi AEQUIDENS fish can reach an adult size about 15 centimeters long, although individuals captured in a natural environment are generally smaller. They tend to live in a group and can be aggressive towards other fish.

The Aequidens Geayi fish is mainly nourished by small crustaceans and insects, which it captures thanks to its huge mouth. They are also known to dig holes in the bottom of the water to hide and protect themselves from predators.

In captivity, AEQUIDENS geayi fish can be maintained in a medium -sized aquarium with other peaceful fish. They need a well -oxygenated aquatic environment and a diet rich in protein. They are relatively easy to raise in captivity, although some individuals can be difficult to feed if they are not given a diet adapted to their needs.

Origin

  • Family : Cichlidae
  • Origin : Amazonian basin

Features

  • Adult size : 15 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 22 - 29 °C
  • pH : 6 - 7
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 200

Dimorphism

The male is simply larger.

Reproduction

Easy. He lays on hidden substrate, young people eat nauplies of artemias as soon as they know how to swim properly.

Contribution

  • Created by : coco00
  • Last update : 16/10/2022

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