Geophagus surinamensis

The Geophagus surinamensis, also known as the Redstriped Eartheater, is a South American cichlid fish, notable for its ability to sift through substrate for food. It is a larger Geophagus species, reaching up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, and is characterized by beautiful iridescent blue, green, and red colors, though the red stripes may fade in aquarium environments.