Crying Whiptail Care Guide
Loricaria sp. 'rio atabapo'
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Bioload Score
4000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–25°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.2
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding mostly on algae and vegetable matter.
Community Compatibility
Requires a tank with plenty of hiding spaces and a sandy bottom.
Good to Know
Crying Whiptails are named for the distinctive black stripe under their eyes, resembling tears.
Gender Differences
Males have bristles around the mouth, females do not.
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