Where Does Southern Earth-eater Live?
Gymnogeophagus meridionalis
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Where to find Southern Earth-eater
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow waters, often less than 2 meters.
- Environment
- Inhabits slow-moving to still waters of rivers, streams, lagoons, and temporary pools. Prefers areas with soft, sandy or silty substrates, often with leaf litter and submerged vegetation. Can tolerate a wide range of water conditions, including cooler temperatures.
- Geographic range
- Endemic to the Río de la Plata basin in South America, specifically found in southern Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul), Uruguay, and northeastern Argentina.
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