{"product_id":"balzani-eartheater-gymnogeophagus-balzanii","title":"Balzani Eartheater - Gymnogeophagus Balzanii","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"131\"\u003eGymnogeophagus balzanii\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cem data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eBalzani Eartheater\u003c\/em\u003e, is a peaceful and fascinating cichlid native to the cool, soft waters of southern South America, particularly the Paraná and Uruguay River basins. It is most noted for the stunning nuchal hump that mature males develop during the breeding season, giving them a bold, sculpted appearance. Their body displays soft earth tones—ranging from olive and bronze to hints of blue and red—with delicate facial markings and subtle iridescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eUnlike their more aggressive Geophagus cousins, Balzanis are social and relatively mild-mannered, often best kept in peaceful community setups or South American biotopes with fine sand substrate to support their natural sifting behavior. They prefer cooler temperatures than most tropical cichlids, which makes them especially suited to unheated tanks or seasonal cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Peaceful; males may become territorial when breeding\u003cbr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 6–8 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 55 gallons+\u003cbr data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1147\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 68°F to 76°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (sinking pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable matter)\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6.5 to 7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e🌱 The Balzani Eartheater is a refined and serene choice for aquarists looking to showcase natural behavior, unique seasonal traits, and understated beauty in their South American community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Gymnogeophagus balzanii (Balzani Eartheater)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46835646660830,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/balzani-eartheater-gymnogeophagus-balzanii","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}