The Whitewater eartheater (Geophagus abalios) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Whitewater eartheater is an eartheater (Cichlidae) from clear and blackwater rivers of the Orinoco basin in South America. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a deep, yellow-brown body with glittering rows of spots and often a dark flank spot. As a bottom-dweller it takes mouthfuls of sand and sifts out small invertebrates, worms and organic matter. It is a mouthbrooder that protects the young in its mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitewater eartheater?
The Whitewater eartheater has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Whitewater eartheater live?
The Whitewater eartheater lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Whitewater eartheater get?
The Whitewater eartheater grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Whitewater eartheater dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitewater eartheater is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Geophagus
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