Agamyxis pectinifrons
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| Spotted Doras | |
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| Spotted Doras | |
| Species | Agamyxis pectinifrons |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L) |
| Size | 12.7 cm
4-5 " (10.2-12.7cm) |
| pH | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 293.15 K 20 °C 527.67 °R 298.706 K |
| Water Hardness |
0-20 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-6 years |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Spotted Doras, Whitebarred Catfish, Spotted Raphael Catfish, Spotted Talking Catfish, Raphael Catfish, Talking Catfish
[edit] Other Scientific Names
- Doras flavopictus, Doras pectinifrons
[edit] Sexing
- It is not possible to visually sex this fish and there have been no records of it being bred in captivity.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- This fish is generally peaceful towards similar sized or larger fish but can pose a threat to smaller fish.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept most foods including sinking pellets and wafers as well as live/frozen foods such as bloodworm and brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Prefers a spacious tank with hiding places available.
[edit] Behaviour
- This fish is generally nocturnal, young fish may venture out during the day for food but will otherwise remain hidden until after dark.
[edit] Identification
- Typical Thorny Catfish shape, dark base colour covered with attractive small light-coloured spots. These spots range from bright white to pale yellow.
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Facts about Agamyxis pectinifrons
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Common name | Spotted Doras |
| Diet | Omnivore + |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Family | Doradidae + |
| Foods | Pellet Food +, Flake Food +, and Live Food + |
| Maximum Size | 5 in (12.7 cm) + |
| Maximum age | 6 + |
| Maximum hardness | 20 + |
| Maximum pH | 7.5 + |
| Maximum temperature | 298.706 K (25.556 °C, 78 °F, 537.67 °R) + |
| Minimum Tank Size | 25 US Gallon (94.635 liters, 94,635.295 mL) + |
| Minimum hardness | 0 + |
| Minimum pH | 6 + |
| Minimum temperature | 293.15 K (20 °C, 68 °F, 527.67 °R) + |
| Scientific name | Agamyxis pectinifrons |


