"Altifronos " Eartheater Cichlid (Geophagus altifrons)

If size is not issue, then this cichlid is for you. The "Altifronos" Eartheater Cichlid can grow up to 8.5 inches in length, which means it will need a large aquarium to be housed in. They can become a hardy fish as long as hobbyists meet some of this cichlid's caring requirements . To start, as the cichlid's name suggest, its natural behavior in the wild is to sift through soft sand for food, which is how it gets its name "earthearter." Due to this behavior, it is important to provide its new home with a soft sandy substrate and various pieces of driftwood can be added for additional decoration. Maintaining consistent water quality is important. This fish prefers to swim in clean and pristine water. So, make sure its tank water is kept clean to reduce its risk of getting sick. To maintain its continued health offer it a variety of meaty frozen foods.