South American Biotope - Geophagus altifrons

Interpretation of a South American river habitat. The fish in the tank may not all originate from the same place, but are all from the Amazon. Main fish are a group of eartheaters. They are about 2 1/2 years old by now, still youngsters. The Chalceus are keeping the area the surface busy, but they are outgrowing the tank quickly. There are also a lot of plecos in there, about 20 , most of which are in the woods. You might spot a few phantoms. Stock: 8 Geophagus altifrons 6 Chalceus macrolepidotus 1 L007 Leporacanthicus cf. galaxias 4 L014 Scobinancistrus aureatus 4 L128 Hemiancistrus sp. 6 L134 Peckoltia Compta 4 L200 Hemiancistrus subviridis 6 L340 Hypancistrus sp. and the odd dwarf cichlid Tank: 180gal 75gal sump (1/2 full) Filtered via fluidized bed, daily automated water changes 20gal Custom 4 channel LED light (and 4 channel T5HO that is off) Profilux to control everything except feeding