Hemibagrus wyckii
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| Crystal Eyed Catfish | |
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| Crystal Eyed Catfish | |
| Species | Hemibagrus wyckii |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
| Min. Tank Size | 946.353 liters 946,352.945 mL 250 US Gallons (946.4L) |
| Size | 71.12 cm
25-28 " (63.5-71.1cm) |
| pH | 6.4 - 7.6 |
| Temp. | 294.817 K 21.667 °C 530.67 °R 298.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
6-10 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-10 years |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Crystal Eyed Catfish
[edit] Other Scientific Names
- Bagrus wyckii, Mystus wyckii, Macrones wyckii
[edit] Sexing
- Unknown
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A lone predator with a large mouth, no recommended tankmates. If tankmates are attempted the result will usually be the same, one plump happy catfish.
[edit] Diet
- A carnivorous catfish, will take most meaty foods. A varied diet is recommended.
[edit] Feeding regime
- How often to feed, etc.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Unknown
[edit] Behaviour
- Unknown
[edit] Identification
- Long bodied catfish. Dark grey body with a pale underbelly. Broad sloaping head with pale coloured eyes which gives this fish it's common name. Four sets of barbels. The top of the tail is edged with white. Albino variations have been seen.
