{"product_id":"sumatran-glass-catfish-kryptopterus-macrocephalus-5cm","title":"Sumatran Glass Catfish Kryptopterus Macrocephalus 5cm","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eSumatran Glass Catfish (\u003cem\u003eKryptopterus macrocephalus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sumatran Glass Catfish is a translucent freshwater species, renowned for its ghostly, transparent body that allows you to see its internal organs and skeletal structure. Peaceful and schooling in nature, it adds elegance and movement to community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to Sumatra and other parts of Southeast Asia, inhabiting slow-moving rivers, streams, and peat swamps with dense vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOmnivorous but prefers live and frozen foods. Accepts small live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae, and finely crushed high-quality flakes or micro-pellets. Feeding in groups encourages natural schooling behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept with peaceful, similarly sized species. Ideal companions include small tetras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, and other non-aggressive community fish. Avoid large or aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompletely peaceful. Relies on schooling for safety; should always be kept in groups of at least 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntermediate. Sensitive to water quality; requires stable, clean, well-oxygenated conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74°F – 82°F (23°C – 28°C)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – 12 dGH\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers a dimly lit, heavily planted tank with gentle water flow to mimic natural habitat.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, peaceful, and fascinating, the Sumatran Glass Catfish (\u003cem\u003eKryptopterus macrocephalus\u003c\/em\u003e) is perfect for aquarists seeking a delicate and visually captivating schooling species for community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864357450103,"sku":"FSH-00343","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Sumatran-Glass-Catfish-Kryptopterus-Macrocephalus.png?v=1773329896","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/sumatran-glass-catfish-kryptopterus-macrocephalus-5cm","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}