Spotted Raphael Catfish Care Guide
Agamyxis pectinifrons
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Bioload Score
5000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 114L (30 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
An omnivorous bottom feeder that eats aquatic invertebrates, crustaceans, worms, plant matter and sinking foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, peaceful barbs, dwarf cichlids, gouramis and other non-aggressive bottom-dwelling fish of a similar size.
Good to Know
The Spotted Raphael Catfish can produce audible grunting or clicking sounds by rubbing its pectoral spines and using its swim bladder.
Gender Differences
Sexes are difficult to distinguish, although mature females are generally broader and more rounded than males.
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