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Pimelodus pictus 'Pictus Catfish'
Pimelodus pictus
Origin: Colombia, Peru
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)4–15 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)2–8 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 12 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 8
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- Yes (3–6+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful with large fish; eats small tetras
About
Pimelodus pictus, the Pictus Catfish, is a popular South American catfish with brilliant silver body, black spots and very long barbels. Active, fast and best kept in groups. Peaceful with large fish but may eat very small tetras.
Care Guide
Group of 3+. 150 L+. Temperature 22–26°C, pH 6.0–7.5. Sandy substrate. Feed sinking pellets, frozen Mysis, bloodworm. Barbels are sensitive — avoid coarse substrate. Active day and night.
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