Trachelyichthys decaradiatus
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| Spotted Driftwood Catfish | |
| Species | Trachelyichthys decaradiatus |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 75.708 liters 75,708.236 mL 20 US Gallons (75.7L) |
| Size | 8.128 cm
3-3.2 " (7.6-8.1cm) |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.0 |
| Temp. | 293.15 K 20 °C 527.67 °R 300.928 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-15 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-10 years |
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Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Spotted Driftwood Catfish
[edit] Sexing
- Males have a modified anal fin, similar in that to the gonopodium of livebearers. Mature females will be more full in the belly if they are gravid.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A generally peaceful Catfish that does best with other South American fish species with similar requirements. May eat very small fish or fry however.
[edit] Diet
- Will appreciate meaty foods like bloodworm, daphnia, earthworms, ghost shrimp and may also accept sinking pellets and flake.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Needs a spacious tank, prefers densely planted with plenty of hiding places combined with open swimming space and does not like very bright light.
[edit] Behaviour
- A generally peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish.
[edit] Identification
- A striking catfish with a straight spine and rounded belly with pointed dorsal fin. The body is cream-yellow in colour with several large dark brown-black spots and blotches. It has three sets of barbels around its mouth. It can be mistaken for Trachelyichthys exilis, but T.decaradiatus's eyes are set further forward on the head.
