Red Striped Eartheater - Geophagus surinamensis - Live Fish (Multiple Sizes)
Red Striped Eartheater (Geophagus surinamensis)
The Red Striped Eartheater, scientifically known as Geophagus surinamensis, is a striking South American cichlid admired for its elegant body shape, vivid red horizontal stripes, and graceful swimming style. Native to slow-moving rivers and tributaries in the Amazon Basin, this peaceful cichlid gets its name from its unique feeding behavior—sifting through sand to find food, giving it the nickname “eartheater.” Ideal for larger community aquariums, G. surinamensis prefers soft, sandy substrates and calm, well-oxygenated waters. This species is social and thrives in groups, making it a centerpiece fish for any South American biotope.
Tank Size: 75+ gallons
Temperament: Peaceful, social
Diet: Omnivore – thrives on pellets, frozen, and live food
Compatibility: Great with peaceful South American species
Size: Up to 8 inches
Origin: Amazon River Basin, South America
- Image in this listing is for reference only. Actual fish may slightly vary.
- Image of fish available not an exact image of the fish you will receive. We rotate stocks almost monthly.
- You will get same type, color & same grade.
- All live fish are quarantined and we made sure they are healthy, active and eating before listing.
- We ship Every Tuesday-Thursday
- All sizes listed are approximate.
- Healthy Tropical Live Fish from Rockland Aquarium
Shipping
- We ship orders every Tuesday-Thursday
- Most orders received will be shipped the following week
- Local pick up is available at our store.
- Rockland Aquarium
- 132 Route 304
Feeding
All Fish are feeding on Xtreme Aquatic Foods unless otherwise specified. To keep your fish eating once the arrive. Please consider purchasing Xtreme.
Xtreme Nano .5mm
Xtreme Cichlid Peewee 1.5mm
Xtreme Big Fella 3mm