Demon Earth Eater
Eartheater/Geophagus
Intermediate
Peaceful (with care)
Bottom
Care LevelIntermediate
TemperamentPeaceful (with care)
Min Tank Size280 L
Adult Size
6-12 in (15-30 cm)
Temperature
26-30°C
pH Range
5.5-7.5
Water Hardness
Soft-Medium (2-12 dGH)
Diet
Omnivore (sand-sifter)
Social & Grouping
Groups
About this fish
Demon Earth Eater is a large but generally peaceful 'eartheater' that sifts sand for food. It needs a big tank, warm soft water and a fine sand bed to show natural behaviour.
Care tips
- Use a fine sand substrate so it can sift naturally (protects gills).
- Warm, soft water and a spacious tank; best kept in groups.
- Peaceful for its size, but plan for a large adult and heavy bioload.
Recommended feeding · AQA range
StapleAQA Cichlid Colour Enhancercolour-enhancing cichlid food
TreatAQA Brineshrimp Flakeshigh-protein conditioning flake
RAKKAD AQUA · Aquatic Fish Care · Ref RA-FSH-0329 · Ships at ~5 in
SCANfull care guide on the Rakkad Aqua hub
