Ripsaw Catfish Care Guide
Oxydoras niger
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Bioload Score
40000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 100.0 cm / 39.4"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 5.5 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 1000L (264 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; feeds on worms, small fish, and detritus.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for very large tanks with other large, peaceful species. Prefers the bottom level.
Good to Know
Ripsaw Catfish are known for their armored plates and ripsaw-like dorsal fin, making them unique and fascinating aquarium inhabitants.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is not pronounced.
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