{"product_id":"megasema-geophagus","title":"Megasema Geophagus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69a4e5db-da6c-832e-b651-06614cf3d436-64\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-176\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"20882e07-9983-475f-9b51-8036ee85ffea\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eThe Megasema Geophagus is a medium to large South American cichlid prized for its graceful swimming, subtle iridescent colors, and fascinating “eartheater” behavior. Like other Geophagus species, it sifts through substrate to find food, making it both interactive and visually engaging in the aquarium. Its peaceful demeanor (for a cichlid) allows it to coexist with compatible tankmates, and it’s a striking centerpiece for community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"525\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring stable water parameters, soft substrate, and plenty of space to swim and forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"624\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"718\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"728\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to semi-aggressive, social\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — high-quality cichlid pellets, sinking wafers, frozen or live foods, and occasional blanched vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eMegasema Geophagus are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003ebottom-dwelling and social\u003c\/strong\u003e, best kept in small groups or pairs to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior. They coexist well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eOther peaceful medium to large cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eCorydoras and other bottom dwellers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eMedium-sized tetras and barbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids or tiny fish that may be harassed during foraging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eplanted aquarium with soft sand substrate, driftwood, rocks, and caves\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ideal conditions for natural sifting and grazing behavior. Ample open swimming areas, gentle filtration, and stable water parameters promote health, vivid coloration, and active behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1842\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1842\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA peaceful, substrate-sifting cichlid with graceful movement and subtle coloration—perfect as a centerpiece for larger community or South American cichlid tanks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":47951427567838,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47951427600606,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/megasema-geophagus","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}