Geophagus Tapajos Red Head

Geophagus Tapajos Red Head

Geophagus sp. 'Tapajos Red Head'
✓ Compatible
Striped Raphael Catfish

Striped Raphael Catfish

Platydoras armatulus

Can Geophagus Tapajos Red Head Live With Striped Raphael Catfish?

Geophagus Tapajos Red Head and Striped Raphael Catfish are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 78–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (7" and 7").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Geophagus Tapajos Red Head is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 70 gallons

ParameterGeophagus Tapajos Red HeadStriped Raphael Catfish
Temperature78–86°F72–82°F
pH5.5–7.56–7.5
Max Size7"7"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomBottom
Min Tank55 gal30 gal

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