Description
Balzanii Argentine Humphead (Geophagus balzanii) is an interesting species to keep. They are a relatively peaceful tropical cichlid species although males can become increasingly intolerant of other males in their territories as they mature. They are known from the South America and
generally found in groups of individuals with a higher concentration of females to males. You could always find interesting
Live Fish,
Aquarium Plants and
Aquarium supplies in Coburg Auqarium online store.
Please Note: Livestock and Live Plants cannot be shipped to WA and TAS due to State Restrictions. All other states are OK.
Features of Balzanii Argentine Humphead:
- They belong to subfamily of
neotropical Cichlids named Geophaginae
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After spawning the female will pick up the eggs in her mouth in a form of delayed mouthbrooding
- The male develops a large forehead bump when mature.
- Vertical transverse bands, and beautiful iridescent coloured scales from green to blue
- Sifting through the substrate in searching food
- The average lifespan is 5-8 years
Balzanii Argentine Humphead: Care, Diet and Tank Mates
The Best Aquarium Size for Balzanii Argentine Humphead:
200L is the minimum tank size you should consider. Depending on group size, a larger tank may be needed. Browse Aquarium Tank Selection here.
Tank Mate Compatibility:
Balzanii Argentine Humphead love living in a group. They are generally peaceful and can keep together with calm species such as armored catfish or other cichlids from the Geophagus group, such as:
Coburg Aquarium, specialised in different species of live fish
Balzanii Argentine Humphead Fish Food:
In the aquarium they can be fed a varied diet of good quality pellets, flakes, insects, krill, and artemia. Cichlid Fish Food can be ：
Balzanii Argentine Humphead Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration
They do fine with moderate water movement and strong efficient filtration. It is better to use an external filter such as a hang-on-the-back type or a canister filter. Here are some great brands to consider:
Aquatic Plants
Balzanii Argentine Humpheads have digging behavior. So live aquarium plants that attach to driftwood and rocks, or potted plants are recommended, like Anubias on Driftwood, Aquarium Plants in pot. Check our Live Aquarium Plants here.
Decorations
To mimic Balzanii Argentine Humphead's nature inbaitate. Rocks, Tree Roots, Driftwood, Pipe, and even clay pots are all good choices. Ornaments for your tank:
Substrate
Sand are ideal substrates. A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.
