Argentina Humphead Cichlid (Gymnogeophagus balzanii) Sizes:5-5.5” Live or frozen fish (silversides

Live or frozen fish (silversides

resulting in a highly individual fish that stands out in any aquarium

This species can be highly territorial and is best suited for experienced hobbyists with properly sized tanks and compatible tank mates

Best kept alone

It sits very still and looks much like a camouflaged brown lump or stone

Argentina Humphead Cichlid (Gymnogeophagus balzanii) Sizes:5-5.5” Live or frozen fish (silversidesThe Geophagus Balzanii or aka Argentine Humphead, originates from the Paran River of the Paraguay drainage area of Brazil and Paraguay. They feed on organic material, small crustaceans and other similar items that they sift from the substrate. Gymnogeophagus are specialized eartheaters who constantly take in mouthfuls of the substrate and sifting it in search of food. They can tolerate colder waters down to 60 degrees F.