Geophagus Tapajos Red Head

Geophagus Tapajos Red Head

Geophagus sp. 'Tapajos Red Head'
✓ Compatible
Silver Hatchetfish

Silver Hatchetfish

Gasteropelecus sternicla

Can Geophagus Tapajos Red Head Live With Silver Hatchetfish?

Geophagus Tapajos Red Head and Silver Hatchetfish are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 78–83°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.5–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (7" and 2.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Geophagus Tapajos Red Head: bottom, Silver Hatchetfish: top), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Geophagus Tapajos Red Head is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Silver Hatchetfish is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 65 gallons

ParameterGeophagus Tapajos Red HeadSilver Hatchetfish
Temperature78–86°F74–83°F
pH5.5–7.55.5–7
Max Size7"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomTop
Min Tank55 gal20 gal

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