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Auchenoglanis occidentalis 'Giraffe Catfish'
Auchenoglanis occidentalis
Origin: Africa (widespread)
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6.5–8
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GH (Hardness)5–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)3–12 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 70 cm
- Min Tank
- 300 L
- Lifespan
- 15+
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful with large fish
About
Auchenoglanis occidentalis, the Giraffe Catfish, is a large African catfish with beautiful giraffe-spot patterning on a golden-brown body. Active and curious, it becomes tame over time. Grows large — requires a substantial aquarium.
Care Guide
300 L+ tank. Temperature 22–28°C, pH 6.5–8.0. Sandy substrate. Feed large sinking pellets, frozen shrimp, earthworms. Digs substrate. Peaceful with large robust fish.
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