Dwarf Anchor Catfish Care Guide
Erethistes jerdoni
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 3.5 cm / 1.4"
- Temperature
- 22–25°C (72–77°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Prefers a diet of small live foods, but will accept fine sinking pellets.
Community Compatibility
Well-suited for small, peaceful community aquariums with ample hiding places.
Good to Know
Dwarf Anchor Catfish are known for their unique, anchor-shaped pectoral fins, making them a fascinating species for nano tanks.
Gender Differences
Males and females are similar in appearance, hard to differentiate.
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