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| Scientific Name: Gymnogeophagus balzanii |
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| Pronunciation: j
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| Geo. Origin: Paraguay & Uruguay |
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| Habitat: Calm Pools and Backwaters |
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| Diet: Omnivore |
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| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
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| Breeding: Maternal Mouthbrooder |
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| Temperament: Peaceful |
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| Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
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| Maximum Size: 6.5" |
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| Temperature: 76°F |
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| pH: 6 - 7 |
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| Water Hardness: Soft |
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| Difficulty: 3 |
| Images: |
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| Photo Credit: Marc Elieson |
| Articles: | Species Article |
| Comments: |
| Like all "Gymnos", balzanii does best when given three months at a cooler temperature. 60 |
