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Are Shovelnose Catfish aggressive?
Shovelnose catfish are often found in dense vegetation in the wild, so a shady, heavily planted aquarium with driftwood and rocks is recommended. The shovelnose uses its barbel's to both navigate in dark murky waters and hunt for prey.
Are Shovelnose Catfish difficult to keep?
You will need a very large aquarium for long-term care, and must pay close attention to the needs and compatible tankmates of the shovelnose catfish. It is essential to do some thorough research before deciding to keep one.
How often should I feed an L081 Golden Nugget Pleco?
Baryancistrus sp. pleco's are often under-nourished and can be quite fussy to adapt to new feed or conditions, so taking the time to monitor feeding under an extended period of acclimatisation is recommended.
How big do L081 Gold Nugget plecos get?
Golden Nugget pleco's can be housed quite happily with most community fish, and semi-aggressive but non-territorial fish mid to top-level swimming species.
How fast do Spotted Raphael Dora Catfish grow?
The Spotted Dora catfish (Platydoras armatulus) is also known as the Chocolate, Raphael and Talking catfish, and is native to the Amazon, Paraguay–Paraná and lower Orinoco basins in South America.
How fast do Striped Raphael Dora Catfish grow?
The Striped Dora is a peaceful nocturnal catfish popular with aquarium fishkeepers due to its inquisitive and passive nature. The Striped Raphael Dora catfish will make squeaking noises while out of water, hence why they are called talking catfish.
Are Striped Raphael Dora Catfish aggressive?
The Striped Dora catfish (Platydoras armatulus) is also known as the Chocolate, Striped Raphael and Talking catfish, and is native to the Amazon, Paraguay–Paraná and lower Orinoco basins in South America.
How big do Banjo Catfish get?
Banjo catfish will achieve a maximum size of around 6" inches (15cm). They will often grow long and slender, rather than outward. Banjo Catfish can live up to 6 years in perfect conditions.
Do Banjo Catfish eat lots of algae?
The Banjo Catfish prefers slow-flowing aquaria with sandy substrate and dim lighting, and being nocturnal will spend much of the daytime hidden or burrowed into the sand.
