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Parauchenoglanis loennbergi
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| African Shovelnose Catfish | |
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| African Shovelnose Catfish | |
| Species | Parauchenoglanis loennbergi |
| Family | Bagridae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 170.344 liters 170,343.53 mL 45 US Gallons (170.3L) |
| Size | 25.4 cm
6-10 " (15.2-25.4cm) |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 295.372 K 22.222 °C 531.67 °R 298.706 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-8 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- African Shovelnose Catfish, Dotted Catfish
[edit] Synonyms
- Auchenoglanis guttatus, Pimelodus guttatus, Parauchenoglanis guttatus
[edit] Sexing
- It is difficult to visually sex this fish, male may be larger than the female. Little is known about breeding this fish.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Stock with equal or larger fish as this catfish will eat smaller fish.
[edit] Diet
- Omnivorous and will except most foods, does well with high-protein foods. Will scavenge after lights out.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Unknown
[edit] Behaviour
- Can be territorial towards similar species.
[edit] Identification
- How to id the animal.
