Striped Knifefish Care Guide
Gymnotus stenoleucus
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Bioload Score
8000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 35.0 cm / 13.8"
- Temperature
- 22–27°C (72–80°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 180L (48 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; eats small fish, worms, and crustaceans.
Community Compatibility
Best kept with other large, semi-aggressive species that can defend themselves.
Good to Know
The Striped Knifefish is known for its elongated body and electric capabilities, used for navigation and hunting in murky waters.
Gender Differences
Males and females are similar in appearance, though males may be slimmer.
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